Paris (VNA) - The art exhibition "Vietnam Opening Doors" was launched in Paris on March 5, bringing together renowned and emerging Vietnamese artists, brands and designers who highlight the country’s vibrant artistic revival.
Set against the backdrop of the Year of the Snake, associated with the country’s transformation and renewal, the exhibition offers a fresh vision of a dynamic and evolving Vietnam. Visitors have a chance to discover a creatively reimagined Vietnam that transcends stereotypical images of war, traditional costumes, and scenic landscapes.
The displayed artworks provide an insight of a nation deeply connected to the past while looking towards to the future.
Ha Mi, a member of the organising board, said that the exhibition is expected to act as a bridge between Vietnam and France, helping people better understand about how Vietnam has evolved and preserved its traditional cultural elements through contemporary Ao dai designs, artworks and paintings, among others.
Through a multi-generational and interdisciplinary approach, encompassing visual arts, design, fashion, and craftsmanship, the exhibition portrays a culture that defies rigid definitions and honours artists who actively blur boundaries between art forms. From ceramics to textile installations, each piece narrates a chapter of the country's history and connects to the artist's personal story.
Attending the event, Vietnamese Ambassador Dinh Toan Thang stressed that Vietnam today is a rapidly developing nation where artists and people have opportunities to show off their artistic talent.
The exhibition will run until March 9./.

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