Core Viewpoint - Xu Beihong is recognized as a significant figure in Chinese painting history, blending Western realism with Chinese ink techniques to create a unique "East-West fusion" style that has profoundly influenced modern Chinese art [2]. Group 1 - The exhibition "Heavenly Horses Running Across the River" commemorates the 90th anniversary of Xu Beihong's arrival in Sichuan and showcases his artistic legacy, attracting notable figures from the cultural sector [2]. - He Duo Ling, a renowned artist, emphasized Xu Beihong's comprehensive skills in both oil painting and traditional Chinese painting, highlighting the high level of education among artists of that era [2]. - Xu Beihong's approach to painting horses is characterized by a non-realistic style that enhances specific features, creating a distinctive personal style with pioneering significance [3].

Core Viewpoint - The exhibition "Heavenly Horses Running in the River - Xu Beihong Art Exhibition for the Year of the Horse and Commemoration of Xu Beihong's 90 Years in Sichuan" will open on February 10 at the Sichuan Newspaper Museum, showcasing the significant contributions of Xu Beihong to modern Chinese art and education [3][6]. Group 1: Xu Beihong's Contributions - Xu Beihong is recognized as one of the founders of modern Chinese art, known for his diverse subjects, particularly his famous horse paintings [3][4]. - His contributions to painting theory, practice, art education, and innovation have established him as the "Father of Modern Chinese Painting" [3][4]. - Xu Beihong's artistic philosophy emphasized the integration of Western realism with traditional Chinese ink painting, creating a unique "Chinese-Western fusion" style [4][5]. Group 2: Art Education and Realism - Xu Beihong advocated for a return to realism in art, emphasizing that art should originate from life and reflect reality, thus revitalizing traditional painting [5]. - He placed significant importance on figure painting, restoring its prominence in the art world through precise character modeling and expressive portrayal [5]. - His teaching philosophy highlighted the importance of sketching as the foundation of artistic creation, influencing contemporary art education practices [5]. Group 3: Upcoming Exhibition Details - The upcoming exhibition will feature dozens of representative works from Xu Beihong and the "Xu Beihong School," including 24 original pieces by Xu Beihong [6][7]. - Notable works on display will include the museum-level print of "Nine Fang Gao," rare fan pieces like "Running Horses," and other significant works such as "Ink Horses" and "Drinking Horses" [7]. - The exhibition will also provide a systematic overview of Xu Beihong's artistic creation and educational practices in Sichuan [7].