VIETCOM and the Journey to Honor the Traditional Lacquer Art through the Exhibition “Dau Thieng”

The Vietnam Global Commodity Exchange Company contributes to honoring Vietnamese lacquer art with the exhibition “Dau Thieng.”

The exhibition “Dau Thieng” exhibition by artist Chu Nhat Quang, held from October 5 to October 15, 2024, was truly a remarkable event, not only for the beauty of the artworks but also for the profound significance it carried. More than just an art exhibition, “Dau Thieng” was a meaningful cultural event that contributed to the preservation and promotion of national cultural heritage. The exhibition was successfully held thanks to the professional and meticulous organization of the Thang Long Hanoi Heritage Conservation Center and the Vietnam Global Commodity Exchange Company.

Vietcom’s leadership and artist Chu Nhat Quang at the press conference announcing the organization of the “Dau Thieng” exhibition.

The opening of the “Dau Thieng” exhibition at the Thang Long Imperial Citadel.

The “Dau Thieng” collection by Chu Nhat Quang, featuring 52 artworks, has truly left a strong impression on the public due to its masterful technique and creative, unique ideas.

The perfect backdrop for the “Dấu Thiêng” exhibition is the Thăng Long Imperial Citadel.

Both lacquer painting and the Thang Long Imperial Citadel are precious cultural heritages of the Vietnamese people. They both carry profound spiritual values, reflecting the craftsmanship and subtlety of the Vietnamese people.

With its ancient architecture and serene streets, the Thang Long Imperial Citadel creates a sacred atmosphere, making it an ideal space to display lacquer artworks that are rich in philosophical depth.

Placing lacquer artworks within the space of the Thang Long Imperial Citadel creates an interesting interaction, allowing viewers to have a deeper understanding of the meaning behind each piece.

Artistic highlights of the “Dau Thieng” exhibition

The theme “Khoi” is an impressive beginning for the “Dau Thieng” collection. With 14 sophisticated and meaningful works, this theme affirms the talent of artist Chu Nhat Quang and offers viewers unforgettable artistic experiences.

Not only offering fascinating aesthetic experiences, but also prompting many reflections on life through simple things like fruits, ceramics, and household items. Through these paintings, viewers have the opportunity to reflect on their own lives, appreciate simple values, and find joy in the small things.

Some works in the “Dau Thieng” exhibition.

One of the highlights in Chu Nhat Quang’s works is the seamless blend of the essence of traditional lacquer art and modern elements. He skillfully employs classical techniques such as polishing and inlaying, while creating innovative images and compositions that appeal to contemporary viewers.

The color palette in Chu Nhat Quang’s works is often very bright and vibrant. His visual language is also diverse, ranging from abstract images to realistic ones, taking viewers on a deep journey to explore Vietnam’s heritage and culture. In contrast to the simplicity of “Khoi,” the theme “Coi” opens up a journey to explore history, the Thang Long Imperial Citadel, the Turtle Tower, One Pillar Pagoda, Thay Pagoda, the legend of Mother Au Co, and water puppet art…. These 17 works by Chu Nhat Quang are not only beautiful in form but also carry profound messages about life, humanity, and the country.

Sharing with the viewers, he mentioned that he often draws inspiration from familiar things around him, from nature, history, people, and even fairy tales, to create works rich in humanistic values.

The theme “Linh” takes viewers into a world of spirituality and mystery. The images of gods, sacred animals, and spiritual symbols are delicately and emotionally expressed by the artist. Through these paintings, the artist aims to convey messages about the balance between the material and the spiritual.

The theme “Noi” closes the exhibition with 12 paintings that evoke memories of hometowns, village temples, and water puppet art — all iconic cultural symbols of rural Vietnam. The paintings in this theme are often bright in color, with familiar imagery that creates a warm and intimate feeling.

VIETCOM accompanies young Vietnamese talents to honor the heritage of traditional lacquer art.

From the perspective of cultural heritage and spiritual value, lacquer art is not merely an aesthetic form of art with unique cultural and historical significance; it is also the soul of the Vietnamese nation. Through each layer of lacquer and every intricate brushstroke, artist Chu Nhat Quang breathes life into his works, embedding his personal feelings and stories about history, life, and the nation.

The exhibition “Dau Thieng” is an opportunity to promote Vietnamese lacquer art to the public, especially the younger generation. Chu Nhat Quang’s artworks contribute to enriching the spiritual life of the community and igniting a passion for art in many individuals.

At the opening ceremony, artist Chu Nhat Quang expressed: “I am deeply moved by everyone’s attendance and interest in my exhibition. I greatly value the traditional art of Vietnamese lacquer, and I feel a responsibility to inherit and promote these traditional values while discovering new approaches and expressions for Vietnamese lacquer. What I hope for is that my lacquer paintings can evoke a range of emotions, from the ancient to the modern, and bring a new breath to Vietnamese lacquer art.”

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to artist Chu Nhat Quang and to the Preservation of the cultural heritage complex of Thang Long-Ha Noi and Vietcom Global Commodity Exchange Joint Stock Company for their support of this talented young Vietnamese artist.

For more articles on the “Dau Thieng” exhibition, visit: “Dau Thieng” Exhibition Honors the Timeless Beauty of Lacquer Art.