[Congressional Record Volume 142, Number 138 (Monday, September 30, 1996)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1842]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          TRIBUTE TO THE WORLD ORGANIZATION OF CHINA PAINTERS

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                          HON. JAMES M. TALENT

                              of missouri

                    in the house of representatives

                      Saturday, September 28, 1996

  Mr. TALENT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of the World 
Organization of China Painters and recognize the efforts of its 
membership to promote and celebrate the accomplishments of their unique 
artistic talents. China painting is the overglaze decoration of china, 
and its artists are seeking recognition as a fine art.
  I rise today not only in support of their efforts, but for all 
artistic and cultural activities which promote the participation in and 
the appreciation of the arts in all areas. The efforts of the World 
Organization of China Painting, stands as a testament not only to the 
art of china painting, but as an example of the importance of artistic 
achievement.
  The World Organization of China Painting has over 6,000 members 
around the world of which my State, Missouri has the largest 
membership. The organization is presently headquartered in Oklahoma 
City, OK, where they have a museum displaying numerous works by china 
painting artists.
  Again, Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate the World Organization of 
China Painting on their efforts to promote and advance their art form.

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