“Lacquer Legacy”: A Tribute to Vietnam’s Ancient Art Form
THE HANOI TIMES — Sac Son : A Celebration of Craftsmanship, Culture, and Creativity is currently gracing the historic Ha Vi Communal House on Hang Hom Street in Hanoi’s Old Quarter until August 16th. The iconic statue, “President Ho Chi Minh Reading the Nhan Dan Newspaper,” reimagined in three lacquered versions. Photo: Cong Tho/The Hanoi Times Masterfully curated by renowned artist Nguyen The Son, the exhibition showcases a diverse collection of lacquer art masterpieces. The featured artists include notable names such as Vu Xuan Dong, Truong Hoang Hai, Lai Minh Huyen, Bui Kim Hien, and more. Each artist presents their unique interpretation of this ancient art form, utilizing a rich array of materials, techniques, and personal styles. The Ha Vi Communal House, with its centuries-old architecture, sets the perfect stage for this exhibition. Dedicated to Tran Lu, the legendary founder of Vietnamese lacquer craft, the venue pays homage to the artisans of Ha Vi Village who, centu...