Culture
Sharing the world’s cultures
Culture
Africa or Asia, the East or the West… the Total Foundation contributes to creating links between civilizations. The corporation’s presence on all the continents motivates it to act as “ambassador” for the world’s cultures, which it promotes and celebrates. Whether in support of the fresh look of artists or the expertise of major institutions, the initiatives taken by the Foundation open new paths toward cultural diversity.
Islamic arts and Arabic culture
Participating in the creation of a new museum department, becoming the spokes-entity for ancient civilizations, taking part in the restoration of remarkable statues… Total Foundation’s support of Arabic culture and the Islamic arts is illustrated by a multitude of initiatives.
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The Thousand and One Nights Exhibition, Arab World Institute, France
From Eastern artwork to Western fantasy. Learn more
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Emile Guimet and Ancient Egypt, the Lyon Museum of Fine Arts
The Total Foundation is a partner of the exhibition "The day I bought a mummy..." from 30 March to 2 July 2012.
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Islamics arts, Louvre Museum, Paris
A new department dedicated to the Islamic arts will soon open its doors in one of the biggest museums in the world.
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Russian art
Russia is the benefactor of a rich and varied artistic heritage. True to its commitment, the Total Foundation is sponsoring major events focused on bringing Russian art to the general public. In this way, the Foundation also pays tribute to the cultural richness of the Eurasian peoples, a heritage of many art forms based on multiple identities.
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The « Holy Russia: Russian art from the beginnings to Peter the Great » exhibition, Louvre Museum, Paris
Within the framework of the France-Russia year 2010, the Total Foundation provided funding for an exhibition on the history of Russian art.
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African art
The cultural heritage of Africa is rich and diversified. Many exhibitions focus on its singularities, point to what is held in common. As a partner to these events, the Total Foundation contributes to promoting and celebrating the cultures of both ancient and contemporary African peoples.
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“Nigeria, Arts of the Benue Valley”, France
This exhibition presents a global overview of art in the region surrounding this Nigerian river. Learn more
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« Dogon » Exhibition, Quai Branly Museum, Paris
This exhibition showcases more than 330 masterpieces, composed of both cultural and everyday objects.
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« Angola, Figures of Power » exhibition, Dapper Museum, Paris
140 works, including thrones and altars, masks and scepters, reflecting Angolan culture
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Asian art
From Afghanistan to Japan via India, Asia is a land replete with artistic treasures, and the home of many different peoples. To share the cultural heritage of these remarkable civilizations, the Total Foundation is sponsoring major cultural actions.
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« Kazakhstan – Men, Beasts and Gods of the Steppe » exhibition, Guimet Museum, Paris
An invitation to discover nomadic peoples
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