Reliance Foundation Chairperson Nita Ambani marked her presence at an occasion in New York and praised India for having wealthy tradition. Her basis was supporting an artwork exhibition titled “The Tree and the Serpent” at The Metropolitan Museum of Art. During her handle, she mentioned that India’s wealthy tradition is attracting individuals from all over the world.
“The Tree and the Serpent”
‘Tree & Serpent: Early Buddhist Art in India, 200 BCE–400 CE’ shall be showcased at The Metropolitan Museum of Art (The Met) from July 21. The spectacular exhibition, tracing the origins of Buddhist artwork, was made potential by way of help from Reliance Industries Limited and Mrs. Nita Ambani, Founder and Chairperson of Reliance Foundation, an Indian philanthropic group.
Nita Ambani on the artwork exhibition
Talking concerning the occasion, she mentioned, “I come from India, the land of the Buddha, and it is a big honour for me to help ‘Tree & Serpent’ by way of Reliance Foundation’s partnership with The Met. This historic exhibition traces the origins of early Buddhist artwork from 2nd century BC to 4th century AD, with over 125 objects from historical India. With the ‘Tree & Serpent,’ we take immense pleasure in showcasing the deep-rooted connection between Buddhism and India.”
“The teachings of Buddha are entwined with Indian ethos and continue to shape global thought. I hope people from around the world come and enjoy this one-of-a-kind experience. We remain committed to bringing the best of India to the world, and the best of the world to India,” Nita Ambani added.
A particular preview of Tree and Serpent was attended by Mrs. Nita Ambani and hosted by Max Hollein, The Met’s Marina Kellen French Director, noticed numerous esteemed personalities from the artwork world and past congregate, together with, Indian Ambassador to the United States, Taranjit Singh Sandhu, The US Ambassador to India, Eric Garcetti, and the Met’s Florence and Herbert Irving Curator of South and Southeast Asian, and curator of Tree & Serpent, John Guy.
