ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Đào Minh Tri’s “Người cá 9” is a mesmerizing visual ode, where the profound depth of traditional lacquer art is elevated through a sophisticated interplay of color and form. Six stylized aquatic beings, with striking red heads and gracefully striped bodies, emerge against a vibrant, fiery red-orange background, evoking molten landscapes or ancient tapestries. The artist masterfully crafts a mystical, archaic realm where folkloric elements merge with contemporary abstraction. This composition radiates a dynamic energy and a rich, symbolic beauty. The piece not only showcases the artist’s refined technique in sơn mài but also invites profound contemplation on ancient myths and the essence of existence.
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Vincom Center for Contemporary Art (VCCA), B1-R3 Vincom Mega Mall Royal City, 72A Nguyen Trai, Ward Thanh Xuan, Hanoi.ABOUT THE ARTIST

Đào Minh Tri
(1949 – )Đào Minh Tri (b. 1949) stands as a leading figure in contemporary Vietnamese painting, distinguished by his masterful creation of enchanting symbolic and mystical spaces. Utilizing oil and lacquer, he intricately weaves a rich inner world through surreal figures, profound spiritual symbolism, mystical colors, and dreamlike settings, resulting in timeless works that possess a quiet, enduring charm.
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