This was the first large-scale retrospective at the Cernuschi Museum featuring three members of the “quartet” representing the development of Vietnamese art in France in the 20th century. The exhibition presented to the public 150 artworks from 25 different collections, hailed as a unique opportunity to observe the stylistic evolution of Le Pho, Mai-Thu, and Vu Cao Dam throughout their careers. Prominent individuals and institutions also lent artworks, including the Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac Museum, with a group of sculptures by Vu Cao Dam, the National Centre for Visual Arts, French National Furniture and Manufactures (Mobilier National), and the French Ministry of Justice, etc. as well as the artists’ families and close friends.
Words & Translation: Ally Lê
