LOT 26
BUI HUU HUNG
B. Vietnam, 1957
The Queen, 2001
Lacquer on wood
122.5 x 122.5 cm
Private Collection, Singapore
Signed on lower right
RM 15,000 – 30,000
The Queen by Vietnamese artist Bui Huu Hong is an evocative work that showcases his signature use of lacquer painting, a traditional Vietnamese medium. The artwork portrays a regal, mysterious female figure, surrounded by intricate details and deep, contrasting hues of gold, black, and red. Hong’s mastery in layering lacquer creates a luminous, almost ethereal quality, giving depth and texture to the queen’s aura. This piece reflects themes of power, femininity, and cultural identity.