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Bien Hoa ceramic stamps, a mark for life

The short and simple name “Bien Hoa ceramics” refers to a ceramics line made by the Ceramics Department of the Bien Hoa School of Fine Arts, established by the French in the former Bien Hoa province. Within the scope of this essay, I will skip a rather long section on the history of the formation […]

Literature meets art in an allusive panorama

“Allusive Panorama” is a rare artistic event that not only reaffirms Emperor Ham Nghi’s status as Vietnam’s first modern artist but also intricately weaves a richly layered historical narrative imbued with a deep sense of national spirit. Within this broader vision, the display of Can Vuong-era literature by calligrapher Chau Hai Duong stands out as […]

3rd UOB Painting of the Year in Vietnam

This year’s competition convened a jury panel of veteran artists and researchers in the Vietnamese art landscape, including: artist Dang Xuan Hoa (Chief Judge), artist Do Hoang Tuong, artist Le Thua Tien, and Prof Pamela Nguyen Corey. With over 600 submissions received for both the Established Artists and Emerging Artists categories, the competition has proven […]

To paint with melodies

In the early days of Western music history, art had permeated the realm of sound, exerting a profound impact on the processes of music creation, performance, and appreciation. During the Baroque era, which spanned from the late sixteenth century to the first half of the eighteenth century, art emerged as a potent catalyst for transforming […]

In memory of Vietnam’s first banknote illustrations

Amidst the complex and turbulent historical context of twentieth century Vietnam, currency design played a crucial role in conveying cultural, historical, and national messages. Behind these designs were great efforts to harmonise art and historical awareness, producing currency notes that symbolised independence, resistance, and nation-building. Since the establishment of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam, the […]

Allusive Panorama

This non-commercial exhibition brought together over 20 original oil landscape paintings created by Emperor Ham Nghi during his exile, assembled from 10 private collections. The artworks have been authenticated, conserved, and restored by leading experts and were co-curated by art researcher Ace Le and Dr Amandine Dabat, 5th-generation descendant of Emperor Ham Nghi. Beyond paintings, […]

From the Bach Dang Victory to the Great Triumph of 30 April 1975

Inspired by three victories against the Mongol invaders on the Bach Dang River between the 10th and 13th centuries, these artworks honoured the patriotic spirit of past generations. Employing a surrealist painting style and diverse material expressions, the exhibition was a cultural resonance achieved through the arrangement of large abstract sculptures. “From the Bach Dang […]