The Paris Opera last night unveiled a 600-square-foot painting on the ceiling of the theater executed by Marc Chagall, world-famous French-Jewish artist. The massive painting, a circular floral theme, was done by Mr. Chagall over a two-year period. Among the guests attending the unveiling of the work in addition to the artist was Andre Malraux, French Minister of Cultural Affairs.
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