Replicas of the Terracotta Warriors, buried with the first Chinese emperor in 220BC, will grace Metro Vancouver streets for the next few months to show the connection between BC and Asian culture.
Just like the orcas (2003) bears (2006) and the eagles (2009), Vancouver will soon see some seven-foot tall Chinese warriors in various locations around the city, being displayed until October.
It's a smaller campaign this year and only 35 statues will be displayed in Vancouver, Richmond and New Westminster. In October they will be sold to try to raise money for the Lions Society to reach their fundraising goal of $100,000.
These sculptures will be sponsored by individuals or organizations and designed and painted by local B.C. artists. A Terracotta Warrior Map will be created and distributed showing the location, sponsor and artist of every Terracotta Warrior sculpture.
There is one statue currently on display outside of the Vancouver Board of Trade at Canada Place. For further information, please visit www.terracottawarriors.ca.
from Les Clefs d'Or
