Opening of the exhibition 'Ho Chi Minh

The exhibition introduces to the public 80 paintings, including 59 oil and watercolor paintings by the late overseas Vietnamese artist Dao Trong Ly (1951 - 2024) and 21 propaganda paintings by artists from the Indochina College of Fine Arts, the Resistance Fine Arts Course to later generations.

Delegates cut the ribbon to open the exhibition.

Mr. Tran Minh Cong, Deputy Director in charge of the Ho Chi Minh City Fine Arts Museum, said that this exhibition is like a special journey, through the consciousness and artistic lens of painter Dao Trong Ly - a son living far away from home who always has love for Uncle Ho, the public will have the opportunity to understand more about the life and career of President Ho Chi Minh.

Mr. Tran Minh Cong, Deputy Director in charge of Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts, spoke at the opening ceremony.

Artist Dao Trong Ly's works were created in Thailand from 2018 to 2024, recreating the revolutionary journey of President Ho Chi Minh from the early days of finding a way to save the country to important historical milestones. In particular, the image of Uncle Ho is portrayed as both an outstanding leader and a simple, close person, full of love for the people.

In addition, 21 propaganda posters, most of which were created between 1969 and 1980, have turned the image of President Ho Chi Minh into an endless source of inspiration, associated with major national holidays. With concise visual language and strong, basic color tones, the works both carry political messages and are rich in artistry.

Guests and delegates listen to presentations on topics.

“For many generations of artists, President Ho Chi Minh’s career is an endless source of inspiration. Today’s exhibition not only brings together valuable works by the late artist Dao Trong Ly but also brings evocative propaganda paintings with strong colors and clear messages. This is an opportunity for us to pay tribute and commemorate his great contributions,” emphasized Mr. Nguyen Anh Minh, Director of the Vietnam Fine Arts Museum.

The exhibition is open until September 5, 2025 at Building 2, Ho Chi Minh City Museum of Fine Arts. This is an opportunity for the public to pay tribute to the beloved leader, national liberation hero, and outstanding cultural figure; at the same time, arouse the pride and responsibility of today's generation through precious art objects.

News and photos: Huong Tran/Tin Tuc and Dan Toc Newspaper

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