Afghan embassy in Delhi hosts artwork exhibition

KABUL (Pajhwok): Exquisite pieces of artwork were showcased at an exhibition hosted by the Afghan embassy in New Delhi, a news report said on Monday.

The day-long painting and handicraft exhibition featured more than 40 paintings and handicrafts, according to The Times of India newspaper.

Artwork on gemstones depicting the historically rich background of Afghanistan was displayed at the event, inaugurated by Ambassador Shaida Mohammad Abdali

Handmade jewellery, artefacts and embroidered clothes were also showcased at the exhibition, which began with the national anthem of Afghanistan.

Abdali also spoke to the more than 100 guests, including diplomats, Indian government officials, industrialists and representatives of the Afghanistan School in New Delhi.

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