The Bui Huu Hung Foundation is a non-profit organisation established by art collectors from across Europe and the disciples of Bui Huu Hung, with the aim of honouring and advancing the Vietnamese lacquer painting craft.
Our vision
The Bui Huu Hung Foundation serves as a platform for exchanging information regarding the works of Bui Huu Hung. We supports collectors by providing information on the artist and his works, including conservation, evaluation, and authentication.
The Foundation is dedicated to safeguarding and advancing the traditional lacquer craft by implementing continuous educational initiatives. We host exhibitions, lectures, performances, and other activities, supported by the Bui Huu Hung Award.
About Bui Huu Hung
Bui Huu Hung (b. 1957) is a Vietnamese painter whose practice is rooted in the traditional medium of lacquer, which he has continuously redefined through formal innovation and conceptual research. His work bears witness to Vietnam’s turbulent history and its rapid socio-economic transformation, bridging the spirit of Đổi Mới (Renovation) and contemporary abstract expression.
THE son Mai CODE
The Sơn Mài Code is a publication by the Bui Huu Hung Foundation dedicated to Vietnamese lacquer art. This book opens a layered history of materials, labor, and artistic thinking long kept beneath the surface.
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