Tag: Nguyen Gia Tri

Presented in Singapore ahead of its auction in Hong Kong on 28 March 2026, Visions of Vietnam: The Melchior Dejouany Collection reveals a rare and quietly profound vision of Vietnamese art, one shaped not by immediacy, but by time, patience, and an enduring sensitivity to cultural nuance. Drawn from a private collection formed over decades, ...

Christie's Singapore Preview: Visions of Vietnam: The Melchior Dejouany Collection Christie’s Singapore presents Visions of Vietnam: The Melchior Dejouany Collection, a thoughtfully assembled survey of Vietnamese modern and contemporary art, shaped over decades by a deeply personal vision. Bringing together artists including Lê Phổ, Mai Trung Thứ, Vũ Cao Đàm, Nguyễn Trung, Nguyễn Kim Đồng, Bùi ...

Historic Auction Results | A Quest for Eternity: The Philippe Damas Collection | Christie’s Hong Kong Christie’s Hong Kong witnessed an extraordinary moment in the art world with the landmark auction A Quest for Eternity: The Philippe Damas Collection. The highly anticipated sale realized an impressive total of HKD 60,5 million (EUR €7,2 million, USD ...

A rare and exquisite celebration of Southeast Asian artistry, A Quest for Eternity unveils the remarkable private collection of Philippe Damas—an assemblage of masterpieces that transcend time, uniting history, culture, and artistic brilliance. This exceptional auction offers an intimate glimpse into the world of a passionate collector whose discerning eye has preserved the artistic heritage ...

A Quest for Eternity: The Philippe Damas Collection Christie's, The Henderson, Hong Kong 29 March 2025  |  01:30 PM (HKT) A stunning showcase of Southeast Asian masterpieces and modern Vietnamese art. An exquisite private collection of Southeast Asian art and antiques, meticulously curated by Philippe Damas. Each photograph offers a glimpse into a world where ...

Jean Volang, the esteemed artist, holding Nguyễn Gia Trí’s Les Trois Femmes (Three Ladies) at the home of his friend, Jean-François Hubert, in Paris, 2000. On the reverse of the masterpiece, Volang’s heartfelt inscription stands as both a testament to authenticity and a tribute to his dear friend: 'Je soussigné, Jean Volang, artiste-peintre, 167, rue ...

Nguyen Gia Tri: The Desire to Create Another World Nguyen Gia Tri, uses his brush in thick and deliberate colours - working with a more restrained palette than his master Inguimberty. A The allegorical portrayal of the three regions of Vietnam - Tonkin, proud and poised, Annam, austere but attentive, and Cochinchina, immature and unpredictable, ...

Nguyen Gia Tri (1908-1993) Bateaux dans la baie d'Halong (Fishing Boats in Ha Long Bay) signed and dated 'Ng Tri 60' (lower right) lacquer on panel 37 x 45 cm. (14 5⁄8 x 17 3⁄4 in.) Executed in 1960 Provenance Private collection, Vietnam (commissioned from the artist) Private collection, USA (acquired from the above in ...

Christie's Singapore Preview: A Quest for Eternity: The Philippe Damas Collection Christie’s Singapore Preview - A Quest for Eternity: The Philippe Damas Collection, a stunning showcase of Southeast Asian masterpieces and modern Vietnamese art. Curated over decades by Mr Philippe Damas, this collection reflects his deep passion for the region’s artistic heritage, blending tradition with innovation. ...

A Quest for Eternity: The Philippe Damas CollectionLive Auction | 29 March | Christie's Hong Kong The captivating Philippe Damas Collection stands as a testament to a lifelong passion for the spirit of Asia—especially Vietnam and Southeast Asia. A seasoned figure in the financial world, Mr Damas has spent many years in Asia, where his ...