2024年6月6日，由阿尔巴尼亚经济、文化和创新部、斯库台市政府、意大利驻阿尔巴尼亚大使馆主办，中意设计交流中心协办的著名意大利艺术家Milot公共艺术雕塑“阿尔巴尼亚之匙（Albanian Key）”揭幕仪式在斯库台市隆重举行。该活动吸引了众多艺术家、学者和政府官员出席，包括阿尔巴尼亚经济、文化和创新部长和斯库台市市长等，共同见证了这一重要文化时刻。6月5日晚，意大利驻阿尔巴尼亚大使馆还举行了雕塑预展，由Fabrizio Bucci大使主持，意大利歌手Benedetta Caretta献唱。

On June 6, 2024, the unveiling ceremony for the renowned Italian artist Milot's public art sculpture "Albanian Key" was grandly held in the city of Shkodër. The event was hosted by the Albanian Ministry of Economy, Culture, and Innovation, the Shkodër City Government, and the Italian Embassy in Albania, and co-organized by the Sino-Italian Design Exchange Center. The event attracted numerous artists, scholars, and government officials, including the Albanian Minister of Economy, Culture, and Innovation and the Mayor of Shkodër, who all gathered to witness this significant cultural moment. On the evening of June 5, the Italian Embassy in Albania hosted a preview of the sculpture, presided over by Ambassador Fabrizio Bucci, with a performance by Italian singer Benedetta Caretta.

文化部长Blendi Gonxhja（左1）、Fabrizio Bucci大使（中）与艺术家Milot(右1）合影

The Minister of Culture Blendi Gonxhja (left), Ambassador Fabrizio Bucci (center), and artist Milot (right)

“阿尔巴尼亚之匙”雕塑Sculpture"Albanian Key"高10米，长20米H 10m，L 20m

雕塑位于斯库台市的入口处，象征着力量与沟通。这件艺术作品以一只飞翔的雄鹰为造型，雄鹰是阿尔巴尼亚的象征，传递了开放与包容的重要信息。雕塑的建造全程在阿尔巴尼亚进行，阿尔巴尼亚国家财政部与文化部出资。通过这一作品，Milot希望打破障碍，开启新的对话之门，为所有人创造新的机会。The sculpture is located at the entrance of the city of Shkodër, it symbolizes strength and communication. The artwork features a flying eagle, the symbol of Albania, conveying an important message of openness and inclusivity. The construction of the sculpture was entirely carried out in Albania, funded by the Albanian Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Culture. Through this piece, Milot aims to break down barriers, open new doors for dialogue, and create new opportunities for everyone.

该项目由一支国际知名专家团队共同完成，包括艺术总监Michele Stanzione、策展人Albert Vataj、策展人冀少峰、建筑师Suela Dragovoja、特邀评论冀枞等，展示了跨国合作的力量和艺术的无界限魅力。The project was completed by a team of internationally renowned experts, including Artistic Director Michele Stanzione, Curator Albert Vataj, Curator Ji Shaofeng, Architect Suela Dragovoja, and Special Guest Commentator Ji Cong, showcasing the power of cross-national collaboration and the boundless charm of art.

Milot 米罗特，1969年出生，现居住并工作在佛罗伦萨，是一位享誉国际的当代艺术家。他的作品遍布全球各大博物馆和公共机构，致力于通过艺术促进社会变革和跨文化交流。Milot的创作理念集中于通过艺术促进不同文化和地域之间的对话和包容，旨在通过视觉震撼与思想启迪，推动跨文化交流和艺术创新。Milot, born in 1969, currently resides and works in Florence. He is an internationally acclaimed contemporary artist whose works are displayed in major museums and public institutions worldwide. He is committed to promoting social change and cross-cultural exchange through art. Milot's creative philosophy focuses on fostering dialogue and inclusiveness between different cultures and regions through art, aiming to promote cross-cultural exchange and artistic innovation through visual impact and intellectual inspiration.

策展人冀少峰致辞，湖北美术馆馆长、中国雕塑学会副会长

Ji Shaofeng, Curator, Director of Hubei Museum of Art, and Vice President of the Chinese Sculpture Institute, delivered a speech.

“阿尔巴尼亚之匙”不仅是一件艺术作品，更是斯库台市的一张文化名片，象征着城市的重生与开放精神。它将为城市增添一抹新的文化色彩，并吸引更多游客和文化爱好者前来参观和体验。Milot通过这一活动展示了艺术在促进社会变革和跨文化交流中的重要作用，并为斯库台市注入新的文化活力。

The "Albanian Key" is not just an artwork but a cultural icon for the city of Shkodër, symbolizing the city's rebirth and spirit of openness. It will add a new cultural dimension to the city and attract more tourists and culture enthusiasts to visit and experience. Through this event, Milot has demonstrated the significant role of art in promoting social change and cross-cultural exchange, injecting new cultural vitality into the city of Shkodër.