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Xu Beihong Cup

Annual Sino-European Youth & Children's Art Exchange Competition.

Xu Beihong Cup

Annual Sino-European Youth & Children's Art Exchange Competition — nurturing the next generation of artists who embody Xu Beihong's vision of bridging East and West through art.


Young artists from China and Europe are invited to submit original works inspired by themes of cultural exchange, nature, and the enduring legacy of Xu Beihong. Selected works are exhibited at prestigious venues including Hofburg Palace, Vienna.

Competition Spirit

"Art transcends borders — connecting young minds across East and West."

Young visitors viewing art at the Xu Beihong competition exhibition
Exhibition — Young Artists, Vienna

Who Makes It Possible

Joint Organisers

Beijing Peace Culture Foundation — Xu Beihong Special Art Fund
Joint Organizer
Xu Beihong Art Museum & Polymind Creative Learning e.U.
Joint Organizer

Coordinating Partners

Vienna 15th District Government · WWF · Schönbrunn Zoo
Coordinating Partners

Partnering with leading cultural, civic, and environmental organisations, the competition connects artistic expression with broader social values — creativity, sustainability, and cross-cultural respect.

Participation Process

01

Submit

Artwork Submission

Young artists (age 5–18) submit original artworks in any medium — painting, drawing, digital art — inspired by the annual theme.

02

Review

Expert Jury

An international jury of artists, curators and educators evaluates submissions for creativity, cultural depth, and artistic expression.

03

Celebrate

Award & Exhibition

Selected works are exhibited at Hofburg Palace Vienna. Award winners are celebrated at the annual Hofburg Arts Festival ceremony.