The exhibition features nearly 50 works of 46 artists from famous seasoned brushes such as Hoang Tram, Nguyen Van Kinh, Nguyen Thanh Quoc Thanh, Tran Van Loc, Vo Nam and Hoang Lan Anh to young artists such as Ho Huu Thu and Le Kinh Tai.

“People often think lacquer painting is out of fashion and lacks creativeness, but lacquer can do all the things of contemporary paintings with creativeness, diverse ideas and meticulousness.

Lacquered works bring viewers a sense of profoundness, thoughtfulness, fancifulness and nostalgia,” said Vo Nam, seasoned artist and director of the gallery.

Visiting the exhibition, viewers will have a chance to recall traditional culture and customs, such as an animated atmosphere of a traditional festival with people in traditional costumes and views of an old wharf, a gas station and ancient houses. “I really like Vietnamese paintings, especially works on display today as I can see Vietnam a dozens years ago. I think in the memory of Vietnamese people, tradition is something nice, sacred and peaceful. I especially like portraits of Vietnamese women, they look charming, gentle and beautiful,” said Andy, a viewer from England.

Also on display are contemporary works including nudes and abstracts.The exhibition runs until February 22.