An exhibition of modern oil paintings by Russian artists is being showcased at the Shanghai Urban Planning Exhibition Hall.

The art show includes the masterpieces of 45 painters from the Eastern European country, including Z. Karifnikov, J. Dalie, R. Tuman and O. Elemejev.

The organizer hopes the exhibition can help Chinese artists and the public understand the new trends going on in Russian art, that have already had a profound influence on some Chinese artists.

The art show will conclude on March 20.

(CRI.cn February 15, 2007)