Tran Tien Thanh’s artistry is a profound exploration of contemporary lacquer, deeply rooted in the cultural memories and spiritual landscapes of Northern Vietnam. Drawing endless inspiration from his childhood in the Hanoi outskirts—where straw-roofed cottages, rural villages, and the sacred aura of ancient pagodas reside—his work seamlessly bridges physical reality with ethereal nostalgia [nguyenartgallery.com]. Thanh is celebrated for his meticulous, masterful control over traditional Vietnamese lacquer techniques. He firmly believes that a true lacquer masterpiece must transcend technical brilliance to emit what he calls the “spiritual aroma” (mùi tinh thần)—a soulful fusion of the earth, the sap, and the timeless Vietnamese spirit. His signature pieces, often depicting rustic villages or quiet lotus ponds, capture tranquil dimensions of time and space, leaving a lasting impression of poetic serenity and introspective depth

Year of Birth: 1975

Place of Birth: Ha Noi, Vietnam

Education: Graduated from Hanoi University of Industrial Fine Arts

Membership: Member of the Vietnam Fine Arts Association & Hanoi Fine Arts Association