Bui Huu Hung’s exceptional lacquer work, Golden Bamboo Landscape, was presented to Irish President Michael D. Higgins as a tribute to Vietnam’s rich cultural heritage and artistic prowess. This gift underscored the vital role of fine arts in fostering international relations and elevating Vietnam’s identity on the global stage. In 2023, another exquisite piece by […]
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“Still Life” is an artwork that whispers its secrets, drawing you into a world where silence speaks louder than words. At first glance, it presents a seemingly simple arrangement all set against a deep, almost infinite backdrop. But as your eyes linger, you begin to realise that this simplicity is deceptive, drawing you into a
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…Những năm tháng khốc liệt trong cuộc chiến với quân đội Mỹ và liên minh Nato. Trước những thời khắc quan trọng của Đất nước – Chủ tịch Hồ Chí Minh bao giờ cũng sắp xếp thời gian đến thăm viếng Đền Và, Sơn Tây – nơi thờ Thánh Tản Viên, vị Thánh bảo trợ
Bà Chúa Thượng Ngàn is a symbol of protection and brings blessings to people. Her image also evokes traditional cultural values, patriotism, and a connection to the homeland. In popular imagination, the image of Mẫu Thượng Ngàn is that of a benevolent woman seated in the lotus position with her hands clasped together, adorned in
A lacquer painting is a cherished and valuable asset for its owner. Below, we explore the methods for preserving lacquer paintings, drawing on advice from Vietnamese lacquer artists. Firstly, avoid direct sunlight. Prolonged exposure to strong sunlight can cause the lacquer’s surface to fade and lose its distinctive sheen. To protect the artwork, it is
During the event “An Evening of Smiles,” held at the Park Hyatt Saigon hotel in May 2014, over 300 guests were in attendance. Renowned artists such as Bùi Hữu Hùng, Lê Thanh Sơn, Hồ Hữu Thủ, Đặng Xuân Hoà, Đinh Quân, Lê Thiết Cương, Nguyễn Trung, Hồng Việt Dũng, and Hélène Kling generously donated their
Bui Huu Hung has participated in numerous international exhibitions, spanning Asia, Europe, and the Americas. His lacquer paintings have consistently been highly regarded, attracting significant attention from the global art community. Through these international exhibitions, Bui Huu Hung has contributed to building a bridge between Vietnam and other nations, helping the world gain a deeper
During the French colonization of Vietnam, several French artists set up the Ecole des Beaux-Arts de l’Indochine in 1925 in Hanoi, the capital. This was to become the leading institute for the progression of art and its graduates were the pioneers of contemporary art in Vietnam. Since the school’s establishment, Vietnamese artists have favored painting in the Western medium.
Bui Huu Hung created a studio in Marly-le-Roi to experiment with lacquer using old traditional techniques and materials under the European climate.
An exhibition entitled “Vietnamese Contemporary Art: The Colours of Vietnam” is now on show at the Washington Arts Club in the USA from September 7-29.