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The exquisite oil painting, a testament to the masterful artistry of Nguyen Gia Tri, achieved an extraordinary auction result at Christie’s Hong Kong, fetching HKD16.1 million (US$2.07 million) on March 29. The renowned Vietnamese artist Nguyen Gia Tri alongside one of his artistic creations. Photo: Archive Nguyen Gia Tri, a pioneering figure in modern Vietnamese art, stands alongside contemporaries such as To Ngoc Van, Nguyen Tuong Lan, and Tran Van Can. He is revered for his significant contributions to the evolution of Vietnamese fine arts during the early 20th century. This exceptional artwork forms part of Philippe Damas’ esteemed collection, “A Quest for Eternity.” The collection comprises 51 paintings by a diverse group of 32 artists, including 15 Vietnamese and 17 French masters, each bringing their unique perspective to the canvas. The auction featured a stellar lineup of Vietnamese artistic talent, including the likes of Mai Thu, Le Pho, Vu Cao Dam, and, of course, Ng...

The best artworks from the “Hanoi-Moscow in My Heart” drawing contest 2024 will be auctioned to raise funds for gifts intended for 20 underprivileged students affected by Typhoon Yagi. This was shared by the contest organizer. Contest participants being awarded on September 28. Photo: The Hanoi Times The initiative aims to spread messages of love, compassion, humanity, and the importance of the environment and nature, especially during times of adversity and natural disasters. The Vietnam-Russia Friendship Association in Hanoi, the Pushkin Institute, and the Long Bien District People’s Committee jointly organized this year’s competition. The contest is one of the highlights commemorating the 70th anniversary of the Hanoi Liberation Day (October 10) and the 75th anniversary of Vietnam-Russia diplomatic relations (1950-2025). Duong Hoai Nam, Chairman of the Vietnam-Russia Friendship Association in Hanoi, shared that the contest serves as an educational platform for th...