Constantinos Valaes exhibition - The olive tree

The InterContinental Marseille – Hotel Dieu is delighted to present a new exhibition ‘The olive tree’ by the artist Constantinos Valaes.

The exhibition is free and open to the public, and can be seen in the hotel lobby until 13 January 2025.

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A symbol of peace, prosperity, protection and fertility, Constantinos Valaes is inspired by the ancient Greek belief that the olive tree is a priceless gift to a mankind. He creates unique sculptures using bronze, silver and gold.

The artist is a member of the prestigious Chamber of Fine Arts and has been awarded the UNESCO Arts, Literature and Sciences Gold Medal of Greece for his contribution to art.
His work have been presented in several private collections and exhibited in public spaces around the world.

Constantinos Valaes was born in Athens, Greece, in 1957, and studied hagiography and painting with teachers at the School of Fine Arts. His restless artistic spirit led him to continue his training by obtaining a state diploma in goldsmithing and metal sculpture.

A symbol of athletics, culture and the environment, the olive wreath known as ‘kotinos’ represented the highest distinction for a Greek athlete.

The olive trees are waiting for you in the lobby until 13 January!

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To find out more about the gallery, visit the Nuances et Lumière website.