Lacquer Painting ( Five Tigers-The Green Tiger)

Vietnamese lacquer paintings are created by using the resin of the lacquer tree combined with mineral pigments and other materials such as gold, silver foil, mother-of-pearl, and snail shell to create a smooth, glossy coating on wooden surfaces. These lacquer paintings are often painted on wooden panels (vóc), which are then coated with layer upon layer of lacquer to create a beautiful glossy effect. The lacquer technique requires sophistication and skill from the artisans who perform it.

“Thanh Hổ” – The green tiger, colored to suit the Wood element corresponding to the East direction, using turmeric (nghệ trưng), reflects the mystical messages of the Yin and Yang theory and the movement to bring completeness to life. The years of the Tiger, Horse, and Dog are very suitable for this in the house, bringing much luck, wealth, and power to the homeowner. “Thanh Hổ” corresponds to the Wood element and is suitable for people with the Wood and Fire elements in their destiny.