ABOUT THE ARTWORK
In *Thuở vàng son* (The Golden Era), Nguyễn Ánh Dương evokes memories of a glorious past through dragon imagery, swirling cloud motifs, and gold-and-vermilion hues that bear the hallmarks of traditional aesthetics. These forms are not rendered as a specific historical scene but emerge amidst layers of red, black, and gold—and a lacquer surface rich in textural traces—resembling fragments of memory newly unearthed from the passage of time. The contrast between distinct decorative motifs and areas of near-abstract materiality renders the past both intimate and elusive. Thus, the work not only evokes the beauty of heritage but also prompts the viewer to consider how cultural symbols are preserved, transformed, and reimagined within contemporary memory.
Sương mai
2023 • D=120cm • Lacquer
Vàng son một thuở
2023 • 120 x 160cm • Lacquer
Hạnh nguyện
2020 • 90 x 120cm • Lacquer
Hành trì
2018 • 80 x 150cm • Oil Painting
PARTICIPATED EXHIBITIONS
No cataloged exhibitions.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Nguyễn Ánh Dương (Nguyễn Ánh Dương)
(1980 – )Born in 1980 in Quang Binh, Nguyen Anh Duong studied painting at the College of Arts, Hue University, graduating in 2003; he later pursued a Master’s degree in Visual Arts at Mahasarakham University in Thailand, graduating in 2012. He is currently a lecturer at the College of Arts, Hue University, and a member of both the Vietnam Fine Arts Association and the Hue Fine Arts Association. In his creative practice, Nguyen Anh Duong works with a diverse range of materials and themes—spanning landscapes of Hue, silk paintings of young women, and Zen-inspired contemplations to experiments with abstract and surrealist nuances. He often develops his work in series, exploring a specific theme over an extended period before transitioning to a new creative direction. Hue—with its landscapes, architecture, and rich cultural heritage—serves as a vital source of inspiration for his art. The sea is a recurring theme that has left a distinct mark on Nguyen Anh Duong’s artistic journey, deeply connected to memories of his native Quang Binh and personal experiences. His seascapes frequently employ cool color palettes—particularly shades of blue—and blend realistic imagery with symbolic elements. His work *Gift of the Sea* (Quà của biển) won a "C" prize from the National Committee of the Vietnam Union of Literature and Arts Associations in 2014, while the piece *Waves* (Sóng) received the annual award from the Thua Thien Hue Fine Arts Association in 2016.
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