This restrained mixed-media work suggests a human figure partially revealed through layers of soft gray washes and faint linear marks. Rather than a fully defined body, the form appears to emerge gradually from the surface, allowing atmosphere and texture to dominate the composition. The surrounding negative space and aged paper tone create a quiet, contemplative setting.
The artist’s use of blurred edges and incomplete contours gives the impression of movement between presence and absence, as if the figure exists only momentarily. Subtle marks and tonal variations add depth and emotional weight while maintaining an overall sense of calm and introspection.
This piece emphasizes mood and suggestion over literal representation, inviting the viewer to engage with the work slowly and intuitively.
Style: Abstract figurative / minimalist expression
Mood: Quiet, introspective, atmospheric
Condition: Naturally age-toned paper, consistent with the artwork’s character
Type: Hand painted, Original
Artist: Hoang Duc Dung
Biography:
Hoang Duc Dung was born in Hanoi in 1971.
While being a student Dung got recognised for his talent and won several awards.
In 2009 Dung earned Master degree from Vietnam University of Fine Arts.
Now he is lecturing at the National University of Art Education.
Dung's preferred medium is oil on canvas.
SELECTED EXHIBITIONS
2023: Group exhibition "Colours of The Motherland", London
2019 Summer Exhibition, Henley on Thames, UK
2018 Christmas show, Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
2010: Exhibition at JIA MODERNE in Boston Design Center, Boston, USA.
2006: “II Drago e la Farfalla” Exhibition at Vittoriano Museum, Roma, Italy.
2005 Vietnamese Exhibition, Kings Road Gallery, London 2004 “Illusions” Exhibition, Kings Road Gallery, London
2003 “Asiatique” Exhibition at Kings Road Gallery, London, United Kingdom.
2002 "Hanoi - A Two men show" at Kings Road Gallery, London
2001 Solo Exhibition at Zee Stone Gallery, Hong Kong
2000 Vietnam – Asean Exhibition organised by Philip Morris Group
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