KARACHI – Crescent Art Gallery Chairman Nasir Javed and CEO Sidra Nasir have taken a significant step in fostering Pak-UK relations by presenting a portrait of former British Army Chief Lord Field Marshal Guthrie to Colonel Sean O’Dwyer, Chairman of the Royal Guards Polo Club. The ceremony took place at the prestigious Guards Polo Club UK.
The event saw the attendance of esteemed personalities including Lieutenant General Khalid Zia, Colonel Taimur, and Rahat Khan. Colonel Sean O’Dwyer expressed his gratitude, highlighting the role of art in strengthening diplomatic ties. He praised Lord Field Marshal Guthrie as a courageous commander whose legacy endures.
Crescent Art Gallery, under the leadership of Nasir Javed and Sidra Nasir, has been instrumental in promoting art on an international scale. CEO Sidra Nasir emphasized the gallery’s commitment to organizing art exhibitions, workshops, seminars, and competitions to nurture young artists and elevate Pakistani art to global standards.
A polo match between the Pakistan Army and the British Army, organized by the Pakistan High Commission Defense Attaché, was also held at the Guards Polo Club. The event was graced by UICF UK President Shehzada Hayat and Sameer Nasir, further solidifying the cultural exchange between the two nations.
This initiative by Crescent Art Gallery not only showcases the talent of Pakistani artists but also underscores the power of art in bridging cultural and diplomatic gaps.
