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WHEN THE ARTIST BLINDS HIMSELF - THE TRAGEDY OF THE WORSHIP OF SKILL AND THE REJECTION OF KNOWLEDGE
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WHEN THE ARTIST BLINDS HIMSELF - THE TRAGEDY OF THE WORSHIP OF SKILL AND THE REJECTION OF KNOWLEDGE

In the context of Vietnamese art, this article warns against the misconception that skill is more important than thought, leading to cultural "self-blindness" and shallow artistic creations. A true artist must be an intellectual, using a broad cultural foundation to guide each brushstroke, creating works that embody the soul and intellect of the era.

APPROACHING VIETNAMESE LACQUER FROM A COATING STUDIOLOGY PERSPECTIVE (Part 1)
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APPROACHING VIETNAMESE LACQUER FROM A COATING STUDIOLOGY PERSPECTIVE (Part 1)

This article explores Vietnamese lacquer art from a lacquer science perspective, a new approach to gain a deeper understanding of the physicochemical properties of lacquer resin and the manufacturing process. It clarifies the polymer curing mechanism and material interactions, while demonstrating the advanced application of science in the lacquer-making techniques of artisans. This perspective also opens up new potential for the preservation of lacquer heritage.

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