Dunhuang Sand Painting — A Call to Cherish (珍惜) Art
Dunhuang, an ancient Chinese city on the Silk Road, has number of historical attractions and the world's most treasured grotto (石窟) art.
Recently, a sand painting was finished at Mount Mingsha, (make) a sharp contrast to the surrounding desert. As the sun rose and set, the painting gradually faded away within a day after (remove) canvas (帆布) over the painting.
This work was accomplished by a young team of (artist) led by Liu Jie, an expert in solid colour sand painting. He (hope) the unique piece would remind people that art can easily fade away without proper protection, and said that the great culture of Dunhuang should be protected carefully.
"It is very meaningful to be part of this campaign to raise awareness. Hopefully, watching the (disappear) of the painted sand can motivate a desire to cherish what is precious and translate it action," Liu said.
The good news is scientists as well as visiting scholars from across the world are drawn to the caves. Thanks to international cooperation and advanced technology, Mogao's relics have been (successful) preserved. All these show how Mogao has built bridges of common understanding and share its (culture) heritage with the world.
