ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Nguyễn Khang’s "Fishing on a Moonlit Night" is a masterful lacquer piece that exquisitely captures the essence of traditional Vietnamese labor. Against a profound black canvas, vibrant gold hues define the boats and figures, emerging with sculptural vitality. The expansive composition dynamically unfolds a synchronized fishing scene, where the silver moon casts a gentle glow upon the rippling, golden-edged water. Strategic touches of red in the attire and among the swimming fish introduce vivid contrasts, imbuing the artwork with a powerful sense of life. This piece not only depicts a common nightly activity but also elevates the diligence of human endeavor and the mystical beauty of nature through the artist's skilled hands.
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Đường phố Hà Nội (Rue de Hanoi)
1985 • 51 x 65cm • Lacquer
PARTICIPATED EXHIBITIONS
No cataloged exhibitions.
ABOUT THE ARTIST

Nguyễn Khang
(1911 – 1989)Nguyễn Khang (1911-1989) stands as a pioneering master of modern Vietnamese lacquer art, distinguished by his adept synthesis of traditional lacquer aesthetics with the social ideals and collectivist spirit of his era. His works are characterized by flat lacquer surfaces, solid forms, collective compositions, and a distinctive vermilion-black-gold palette, reflecting a unique and profoundly influential artistic vision.
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