Vietnamese sculpture expands international artistic exchange
DNO - The Vietnam - Japan Small-scale Sculpture Exhibition, themed “Dialogue”, has recently opened in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, showcasing 31 works by 18 artists from the two countries.
The event contributes to promoting contemporary Vietnamese sculpture on the international stage, creating opportunities for international cooperation in the fine arts, and opening up new prospects for the development of artistic and creative activities in Da Nang.
Under the theme “Dialogue”, the exhibition features 31 works by 13 Vietnamese artists and five Japanese artists from different generations.
The artworks demonstrate a diversity of artistic expression, materials and creative techniques, ranging from traditional materials to contemporary forms of expression.
Many works employ traditional Vietnamese lacquer techniques, iron sculpture featuring vibrant colors and geometric forms, or combinations of black lacquer and crystal to create distinctive visual effects.
The interaction between the artworks within the same exhibition space highlights both the similarities and differences in the aesthetic perspectives and artistic approaches of the two countries.
The event also highlights new opportunities for the development of fine arts in Da Nang, a locality with a long-standing tradition of stone sculpture and visual arts closely associated with Cham cultural heritage and traditional craft villages.
In particular, Non Nuoc Stone Carving Village and the Museum of Cham Sculpture are among the venues with strong potential to connect heritage values with artistic creation, exhibitions and international cultural exchange.