Over 80 Calligraphers Gather in Ho Chi Minh City for Largest Calligraphy Exhibition
The Youth Culture House in downtown Ho Chi Minh City recently hosted the opening ceremony for the ‘Coi Nguon’ (Origin) exhibition, organized by the calligraphy club. The exhibition showcases a collection of over 160 exquisite calligraphic works created by talented calligraphers from 24 cities and provinces across Vietnam. These include renowned locations such as Ho Chi Minh City, An Giang, Kien Giang, Dong Thap, Ben Tre, Long An, Binh Duong, and Dong Nai. Visitors will have the opportunity to appreciate the skill and artistry of these works firsthand. The art of calligraphy can be beautifully displayed on a variety of mediums, including silk, wood, and canvas. The art of calligraphy often revolves around themes such as patriotism, familial love, and the appreciation of ca dao , which are traditional Vietnamese folk poems. The purpose of the event is to commemorate the 48th anniversary of the establishment of the house. Nguyen Hong Phuc, the Director of the Youth Culture House, has...