Question: Can you tell us the number of paintings which have been restored under your project after four years of implementation? Do you think that the project is a success so far? Arts collector Nguyen Thi Thu Hoa: Old books in French and carvings of Kim Hoang folk paintings, which are preserved at Vietnam Fine Arts Museum and in Van Canh commune, Hoai Duc district, in Hanoi, have revealed that the genre has more than 100 samples. So far, our project team has revived 30 wood block carvings of them. In addition, we have also invited veteran painters, researchers and artisans to work together to produce more samples of the painting, such as a sample featuring ‘Nghe’ (a sacred and mythical animal in Vietnamese traditional culture), and three samples of ‘Em be ban cung’ (A child shooting a crossbow), Em be cuoi Phuong (A child riding a phoenix), and Dau Vat (Wrestling). With these initial results, I would not say that the project has yet been a success in … [Read more...] about Arts collector Thu Hoa: We are proud to reconnect an interruption of once-famous Kim Hoang paintings
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Vietnam tops regional property awards
The awards are instituted by the Dot Property Group, a digital media company that owns and operates 10 property portal websites and complimentary offline media throughout Southeast Asia. They compare developers, projects and real estate agents in region against certain set criteria. Vietnam dominated the 2018 edition by winning 12 awards, followed by Thailand with 11. Other award winners were from Indonesia, Singapore and the Philippines. Winners at this year’s award ceremony. More than 25 awards were named this year. The Vietnamese winners collected their awards at a special media ceremony held at the InterContinental Saigon in Ho Chi Minh City. CityLand continued to impress with their upscale developments and the company’s efforts were rewarded with the Best Luxury Developer Southeast Asia Award this year. IRB Investment JSC was the biggest individual winner, scoring three awards including Best Innovative Developer Southeast Asia. The special media ceremony held at … [Read more...] about Vietnam tops regional property awards
Dong Xam silver craft village preserves tradition
Dong Xam village rises in fame due to its bronze carving products (Photo: Lam Khanh/VNA) The silver carving craft in Dong Xam village has existed since the 15th century. Legend has it that in 1428, Nguyen Kim Lau, a man from Chau Bao Lac (modern day Cao Bang province), traveled downstream on the Tra Ly River to earn his living and then went on to transfer his silver carving skills to the local people in Dong Xam. At first, villagers welded bronze items such as moulded buckets or basins, sharpened knives or scissors, and repaired locks. The locals then progressed into the art of silver and bronze carvings. The village’s heyday was when Dong Xam artisans brought the craft to the nation as a whole. During the Nguyen dynasty in the 19th and early 20th century, they went to the ancient capital of Hue to carve the imperial palace and to craft jewelry for the royal court. The Dong Xam artisans, in conjunction with silversmiths in Chau Khe village in Hai … [Read more...] about Dong Xam silver craft village preserves tradition
Laguna Lang Co marks five year anniversary in Vietnam
Five years ago, the integrated resort was established in Lang Co Bay, a destination known for its untouched natural beauty and unique culture. Lang Co was first discovered by King Khai Dinh, the 12th King of the Nguyen dynasty, and the destination retains its original charm, nestled in a rural setting with picturesque countryside and the natural elements of Feng Shui. Laguna Lang Co has been operating two luxury hotels branded Banyan Tree and Angsana, an 18-hole par-71 championship golf course designed by six-time Major winner Sir Nick Faldo, luxury private villas and residences, convention facilities, and recreational activities. “As we turn five years old with many significant achievements under our belt, we now look forward to the next exciting phase of our development. It is our time! It is also the time for Hue and the province of Thua Thien-Hue to have its moment in the sunshine,” shared Gavin Herholdt, managing director of Laguna Lang Co. “In 2018 we have gone … [Read more...] about Laguna Lang Co marks five year anniversary in Vietnam
Designer Nguyen Cong Tri to open Vietnam Int’l Fashion Week
Designer Nguyen Cong Tri (Photo: saostar.vn) HCM City (VNA) - Fashion designer Nguyen Cong Tri will present his latest collection at the four-day Vietnam International Fashion Spring-Summer Week 2018 (VIFWS 2018) in Ho Chi Minh City on April 19. Tri, a graduate of the HCM City University of Architecture’s industrial arts faculty, is a member of the Asian Couture Federation (ACF). He participated in Tokyo Fashion Week 2016 and 2017. He has also taken part in leading fashion events at home and abroad, including Vietnam Fashion Week, London Fashion Week, Origin Passion and Belief Fair in Vicenza, Italy. He has also performed as a judge in Vietnamese versions of international TV reality shows like Project Runway and So You Think You Can Dance. His shops have about 60 designs, mostly elegant and eye-catching pieces in high-quality silk, cotton and wool, as well as accessories. He designs a new collection every season. Tri has a staff of more than 50, including sellers and … [Read more...] about Designer Nguyen Cong Tri to open Vietnam Int’l Fashion Week