Flowers
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Flowers
C magazine review/feature/etc. /writing sample
Yuling Chen
2026 June 10th
The exhibition Raphael : sublime poetry at the metropolitan museum of art tells a story about flowers. It criticizes Israel Palestine conflicts, wars and other political events through various drawings and paintings. The exhibition also focuses on countries such as China, Venezuela and Iran due to their increasingly high profiles. The exhibition suggests that China often behaves like the female figures on the paintings, withdrawn and reserved. Etc.
Visiting the "Raphael: Sublime Poetry" exhibition was eye-opening for me, especially how flowers are used symbolically to comment on complex political conflicts. What struck me was the way the exhibition intertwines beauty with critical reflections on ongoing issues such as the Israel-Palestine tensions and global unrest involving countries like China, Venezuela, and Iran. The drawings and paintings offered a poetic narrative, encouraging viewers to think beyond aesthetics and appreciate the deeper messages conveyed by the artist. Personally, the depiction of China as withdrawn and reserved female figures resonated with me—it felt like a subtle yet powerful way of expressing geopolitical behavior through art. It reminded me that art can serve as a universal language, bringing various social and political issues into fresh light. The exhibition also motivated me to explore how other artworks incorporate symbolism to address contemporary conflicts, revealing the enduring relevance of classical art in today’s world. If you’re interested in the intersection of art and politics, this exhibit is a must-see. It also made me reflect on how exhibitions can educate about global affairs through emotional and visual impact, something that traditional news sometimes misses. Overall, this experience enriched my understanding of both art history and modern international relations, blending culture with critical awareness in a unique way.
