Vietnamese lacquer art exhibition opens in Moscow
This exhibition is a vivid testament to the enduring friendship between the people of Vietnam and Russia.
THE HANOI TIMES — The exhibition “The Beauty Beyond the Spotlight: Vietnamese Lacquer Art” was open at the National Museum of the Orient in Moscow on July 30 in the attendance of Ngo Phuong Ly, spouse of General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam To Lam.
Madam Ly attends the opening of the exhibition “The Beauty Beyond the Spotlight: Vietnamese Lacquer Art”. Photo: Baoquocte
Held to commemorate the 75th anniversary of Vietnam - Russia diplomatic relations, the exhibition featured 80 lacquer paintings and 27 furniture pieces by Vietnamese masters.
The event offers an artistic journey through Vietnam’s landscapes, cultural identity, and the rich tradition of lacquer painting, rooted in the early 20th century.
Ancient lacquer paintings on display at the exhibition. Photo: VNA
The work of the late artist Nguyen Tu Nghiem at the National Museum of the Orient.
In her remarks, Madam Ngo Phuong Ly emphasized that lacquer painting is a meticulous art form that reflects Vietnam’s cultural heritage and the artist’s soul.
“This exhibition is not only a cultural showcase, but also a vibrant symbol of friendship between the peoples of Vietnam and Russia,” she said.
Russian Minister of Culture Olga Lyubimova praised the collection as a reflection of Vietnam’s fine art development and historical milestones, including the August Revolution, the reunification in 1975, and the founding of the Indochina College of Fine Arts.
Exhibition curator Albina Legostaeva also noted its significance in marking Vietnam’s major anniversaries: 80 years of national independence, 50 years of reunification, 70 years of the Vietnam Fatherland Front, and 135 years since the birth of President Ho Chi Minh.
To mark the occasion, Madam Ngo Phuong Ly presented the museum with a specially designed Vietnamese ao dai featuring bamboo and birch trees - symbols of Vietnam and Russia - as well as Palm Hill (1963), a painting by renowned artist Phan Ke An.
Madam Ly presentsthe museum with a specially designed Vietnamese ao dai featuring bamboo and birch trees.
Earlier, during her official visit to Russia, Madam Ngo Phuong Ly also visited Herzen State Pedagogical University in Saint Petersburg and attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony to inaugurate the Vietnam–Russia Cultural Center.
Madam Ly attends the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the Vietnam-Russia Cultural Center.
A performance showcasing traditional Vietnamese ao dai by students from Herzen University.
Ly hoped the center would serve as a new hub of cultural exchange, helping students and faculty explore Vietnam’s language, arts, and people.
“Culture and the arts transcend language and borders, they connect hearts and bridge nations,” she commented.
The First Lady also donated a collection of books titled “Ho Chi Minh and Vietnam- Russia Friendship” and a painting of Khue Van Cac, symbolizing Vietnam’s reverence for education and tradition.
With its legacy and forward-looking vision, Herzen University is expected to remain a trusted destination for generations of Vietnamese students and a shining example of Vietnam - Russia educational cooperation.
