Proud Đông Sơn - A Symphony of Time and Culture
Amidst the ever-changing tide of modern life, Silkta chooses a slower, steadier path-one that leads back to enduring values and vibrant traditions. From this spirit was born a silk masterpiece: “Proud Đông Sơn” - not just a scarf, but a heroic anthem woven in fabric, telling the story of Đông Sơn’s radiant legacy in a new era.
This scarf is the result of a meticulous, heartfelt creative journey. It embodies hundreds of hours in dialogue with heritage, of restless nights seeking a way to breathe the soul of the ancient bronze drums into each soft thread of silk. Every line on the scarf is a cultural imprint:
Cloud motifs flow like ribbons of sky, embracing the wet-rice civilization.
The Crane, more than a symbol of longevity, soars with the aspiration of a nation reaching for greatness.
Concentric circles echo the eternal rhythm of the bronze drum, awakening the soul of a people.
Lustrous gold on silk-the color of sunlight, royalty, happiness, and prosperity.
All these elements come together in a majestic symphony of earth, sky, and humanity-expressing a sacred harmony between nature and man, between tradition and modernity. The patterns are not merely visual highlights, but richly layered stories: Clouds, mountains, rain, the drum’s echo... all retelling the saga of a glorious civilization and its boundless dreams.
The dominant golden hue is more than regal and luxurious-it carries deep meaning in Vietnamese culture. It symbolizes prosperity, happiness, and fullness. It is the color of sunlight, and within its gentle radiance lies a quiet blessing of peace and well-being, accompanying the wearer like a silent guardian.
From a humble pencil sketch to a vibrant, complete work of art, Silkta’s team of artists and designers embarked on a demanding creative journey-one that required sensitivity, imagination, and a deep connection to cultural roots.
“Proud Đông Sơn” is not merely a scarf-it is an artistic statement, a cultural envoy, and a gift that carries the soul of Vietnam within every thread.
AUTHOR: Artist Nguyễn Phương Mai
- Born in 1972 in Hanoi
- Graduated from Hanoi University of Fine Arts (now Vietnam University of Fine Arts)
- Participated in the Hanoi Fine Arts Exhibition (1996) & the Student Fine Arts Exhibition (1997)
- First Prize winner of the Jeunes Regards (“Young Eyes”) competition in 2002, organized by the Vietnam Fine Arts Association in collaboration with the French Embassy
Artistic Style & Signature
- Not confined to a single school of art, skillfully blending Romanticism, Symbolism, and Surrealism
- Masterful in oil painting techniques, with a distinctive visual language rich in metaphor and lyricism
- Central subjects: multifaceted female figures, reflecting the spirit of contemporary feminist art
- Steadily forging a unique and inspiring voice in Vietnam’s contemporary fine arts
Dry clean for best use
Do not wash with water or expose to water.
