The Elegant Music

Artist

Alek Phan Trúc

Description

The paintings celebrate feminism by responding to traditional education for women and capturing the essence of a fading Vietnamese custom. One piece reflects the cultural practice of dyeing teeth black and lips red using betel and areca, while another piece highlights the worship of mother goddesses, recently recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage.

Year

2023

Size

60 × 80 cm

Category

Painting

Medium

Oil on canvas

Price

$800