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"Tet: The Art Home" is an annual event aiming to celebrate the beauty of contemporary Vietnamese art and traditional Eastern cultural values. This collection showcases works by many renowned artists, including painters Le Vuong (born 1952), Bui Huu Hung (born 1957), Doan Xuan Tang (born 1977), Nguyen The Hung (born 1981), Doan Van Toi (born 1989), Vu Van Tich (born 1989), and Mifa (born 1990).
The exhibition is taking place at 32a Nha Chung Street, Hanoi.
The artworks utilize a diverse range of materials, from watercolors on silk and oil paints to lacquer, creating a vibrant portrayal of nature, landscapes, people, and profound reflections from multiple perspectives. Additionally, the exhibition showcases ceramic creations featuring vibrant flowers and auspicious symbols, representing the beauty of spring in the living rooms of many homes, embracing the blossoming peach, apricot, pear, and plum branches of the season.
Cozy exhibition space
The exhibition space is divided into three floors, each offering a distinct visual and emotional journey. The deep blue walls provide a backdrop for colorful paintings and antique ceramics, creating an elegant yet warm atmosphere. Every detail, from the soft lighting to the arrangement of the artworks, evokes a sense of tranquility, like stepping into a spring-themed home with artistic touches.
The paintings are arranged alongside exquisite antique artifacts from East Asia, such as classic ceramic pieces featuring spring blossoms. These are not merely decorative items but also represent symbols of good fortune and prosperity in East Asian culture, creating an artistic space that feels as intimate as a traditional Vietnamese home during Tet (Lunar New Year).
The deep blue walls provide a backdrop for the colorful paintings and antique ceramics on the second floor of the exhibition.
The unique aspect of "Tet: The Art Home" lies not only in its artistic value but also in the way the exhibition evokes memories and emotions. The paintings and artifacts are not simply for viewing but also serve as messages about family bonds, cultural pride, and the continuity from one generation to the next.
Notably, the exhibition features artist Bui Huu Hung, known as the "diplomatic artist" for his traditional lacquer paintings. Born in 1957 in Hanoi, Mr. Hung graduated from the Hanoi University of Fine Arts and is a member of the International Lacquer Artists Association. His works have appeared in numerous major exhibitions in the UK, the US, Russia, and many other countries.
His lacquer paintings are a harmonious blend of masterful technique and Vietnamese cultural symbols, such as images of emperors and empresses, or traditional items like inkwells and wooden boxes. Notably, he has participated in Vietnamese cultural diplomacy programs, bringing lacquer paintings as gifts to heads of state, including the Japanese Emperor and the German Chancellor.
The intricately carved bronze finial stands out, and in the distance is a painting by artist Bui Huu Hung, strongly influenced by Confucianism.
In addition, the exhibition also features the renowned artist Le Vuong, famous for his realistic painting style. Having spent over half a century in the profession, he is a master of "painting silence" with meticulous attention to detail in every brushstroke. Although modern technology allows artists to easily recreate details through photographs, artist Le Vuong remains faithful to the traditional method of direct painting. He and Bui Huu Hung are the two oldest artists at the exhibition, bringing a connection between the past and present through works full of depth and artistic diversity in the art space.
With Tet (Vietnamese Lunar New Year) fast approaching, this exhibition serves as an invitation for viewers to step into a space of art and emotion.
The exhibition "Tet: The Art Home" is a special space where art blends with traditional beauty, creating a warm and cozy feeling like being in your own home during Tet. With its exquisite arrangement, antique ceramic vases adorned with peach and apricot blossoms, or dried potted plants evoke familiar images of Vietnamese families preparing for spring. Each display corner reminds visitors of the Tet atmosphere, allowing viewers to feel the breath of spring through the artworks and artifacts imbued with cultural significance.
The Lunar New Year is fast approaching, and this exhibition invites viewers to step into a space of art and emotion. More than just a place to admire art, "Tet: The Art Home" is an opportunity for everyone to find a deep connection with traditional spiritual values in modern life. A new year is about to begin, and this Tet exhibition will surely be an ideal starting point, bringing inspiration and warmth to your soul.
"Tet: The Art Home" will take place from January 6th to February 28th, 2025 at Indochine House, 32A Nha Chung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi. The exhibition is open from 9:30 AM to 6:30 PM on weekdays, except for Tet holidays, promising an inspiring artistic space for the upcoming spring season.
