But unexpectedly, just a few days later, I heard that he was hospitalized and after more than 2 months, he passed away.
Artist Cong Quoc Ha was born in 1955 in Hanoi and is one of the typical artists of Vietnamese lacquer art. He graduated from the Hanoi University of Industrial Fine Arts. In addition to art, he is also an inspiration to many generations of young artists. He has received many prestigious awards and is known to the public for his paintings of Hanoi girls and Hanoi's Old Quarter.
If Hanoi leaves beautiful memories in people's hearts, then the paintings of artist Cong Quoc Ha are a symphony that leaves a meaningful mark on the thousand-year-old capital. Coming to lacquer art, Mr. Ha is not only an excellent painter but also known as a person who preserves the ancient soul of Hanoi in paintings.
With his passion and dedication, artist Cong Quoc Ha has made an important contribution to preserving and spreading traditional Vietnamese art and culture. For him, lacquer painting is not only an art, but also a way to convey history, love for the homeland and the beautiful values of Hanoi that need to be preserved.
Works such as “Hanoi Old Quarter”, “Ho Guom Lake in Autumn”, or “Girl Holding a Fan” have become symbols, a gateway that brings viewers back to memories and the desire to preserve the soul of the Capital.
In 2012, artist Cong Quoc Ha lived and worked in Sweden with his family. He returned to Hanoi in 2022 to continue working with his passion for creation.
Cong Quoc Ha, the artist who devoted his life to preserving and spreading the beauty of Hanoi, has now rested in peace. He left behind an indelible artistic legacy. To his family, he was not only an exemplary grandfather and father but also a great source of inspiration.
Ever since I was a child, I have often seen Mr. Ha diligently drawing and admiring his paintings. I truly admire and respect him - a talented artist.
Farewell to the talented artist. Wherever he is, we believe that he will continue to create wonderful works, carrying with him the spirit of love for his homeland and art. His legacy will always be a source of encouragement for us to continue to preserve and develop the beauty of Vietnamese culture. May he rest in peace and be able to create freely in his new land.
The funeral will be held at 9:30-10:30 a.m. on December 28, 2024 at Thanh Tri Funeral Home, Van Dien Cemetery, Hanoi.
