ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Đào Minh Tri's "What Am I Doing?" is a powerfully evocative abstract piece, delving into psychological depths through form and color. Its robust composition features dense black masses that create dramatic tension against a warm, earthy ochre background, suggesting an inner landscape of profound introspection and struggle. Bold, gestural strokes, punctuated by subtle touches of white, red, yellow, and blue, not only break the visual stillness but also convey an intense energy—a questioning yet expressive search. This work transcends a mere query; it is a journey of self-discovery, inviting viewers to contemplate existence and purpose within its vibrant complexity.
Sương mai
2023 • D=120cm • Lacquer
Vàng son một thuở
2023 • 120 x 160cm • Lacquer
Thuở vàng son
2023 • 90 x 120cm • Lacquer
Hành trì
2018 • 80 x 150cm • Oil Painting
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RETROSPECTIVE OF VISION
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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