What can a work of art tell us about the thrill of victory, the humiliation of defeat, or a crowd united by rivalry? Join Nico, an artist, fashion entrepreneur and avid history buff, for the next discussion in his continuing series exploring history through art. Through different art forms depicting competitions around the world, from the Olympics to less familiar contests, we’ll discover how artists turn fleeting moments into lasting cultural stories. Who becomes the hero? What does the artist choose to celebrate—or question? Each work offers a window into the values, tensions and ambitions of the civilisation behind it.

Together, we’ll look closely at the artworks, share interpretations, and explore why people across centuries have competed and gathered to watch. We’ll discuss national pride, mass entertainment, good sportsmanship, and rivalries that can inspire excellence or fuel hostility, and how art reveals different sides of them. No knowledge of art, history or sport is necessary: the artworks and stories will give everyone a way into the conversation. Expect a lively exchange that builds your confidence in discussing art, broadens your cultural knowledge, and offers a richer understanding of what people have valued, celebrated and fought to win.

一件艺术作品能告诉我们什么？是胜利那一刻的爽感，还是失败之后的难堪，又或者是一群人因为对抗而站到一起的那种劲头？跟着 Nico 来聊聊吧。他是艺术家、时尚创业者，也是个超级历史迷。这次是他“艺术里的历史”系列讨论的下一场。我们会通过不同形式的艺术作品，看世界各地的比赛，从奥运会到一些没那么熟悉的赛事，看看艺术家是怎么把转瞬即逝的瞬间，变成能留下来的文化故事的。谁成了英雄？艺术家选择赞美什么，又或者质疑什么？每一件作品，都是一扇窗，让我们看到它背后那个文明的价值观、紧张感和野心。

我们会一起仔细看这些作品，分享各自的解读，也会聊聊为什么几百年来，人们一直都在比赛，也一直都在聚在一起看比赛。我们会聊国家荣誉、大众娱乐、体育精神，还有那种既能激励人变强、也可能点燃敌意的竞争关系，以及艺术是怎么把这些不同的面展现出来的。不懂艺术、历史或者体育都没关系：作品和故事会给每个人一个进入聊天的入口。这会是一场热闹的交流，让你聊艺术的时候更有底气，文化知识也更丰富，还能更深入地理解，人们到底看重什么、庆祝什么、又为了赢什么而拼。