Photograph of a Traditional Folk Painting Vendor at Dầy Palace in 1920
A photograph captured in 1920 at Dầy Palace, located in Nam Định Province, depicts a vendor showcasing traditional folk paintings. Prominently featured in the image …
Arts
Celebrate the Feast Day of the Fourth Venerable Mandarin of Earth
The 24th day of the Fourth lunisolar month marks the feast day dedicated to honoring the Fourth Venerable Mandarin of Earth. In celebration of this …
Illustration of a Northern Priestess Photographed in 1916
The illustration depicts a priestess (bà đồng) from Tonkin (an area in Northern Viet Nam) by the artist Phổ Ngạn. The priestess covers her hair …
Statue of the Second Prince of Mountain
The Second Prince of Mountain is among the Ten Princes in the Four Palaces belief of the Mother Goddess religion. He is also referred to …
The Folk Painting “Mother Goddess of Mountain” by the Folk Artisan Lê Đình Liệu
The painting depicts the Fourth Mother Goddess of Mountain amidst the vast mountains. She is surrounded by a retinue of twelve goddesses. Below Her are …
The Birthday Anniversary of the Fifth Venerable Mandarin, Governor General
In Tranh’s whispers, the bronze horn’s tale is told,Of heroes fierce, with dragon glaives of old.The river listens, secrets in its waves,Ninh Giang’s Venerable Mandarin …
The Jade Seal of the First Mother Goddess of Heaven (Mother Goddess of Infinite Heavens)
The core characters are 第一天仙青雲公主 (The First Mother Goddess of Heaven, Princess Thanh Vân). The outer content is 天- 地- 水- 嶽 (Heaven – Earth …
The Seal of the First Venerable Mandarin of Heaven
The core characters are 四府萬靈 (Innumerable Spirits of Four Palaces). The outer content is 上天一品皇太子王官 (The First Imperial Crown Prince, Royal Mandarin). At the four …
Hàng Trống Antique Painting Showcasing the Second Venerable Mandarin of Mountain
An antique painting potentially showcasing the Second Venerable Mandarin of Mountain is discernible through the intricate details portrayed. Noteworthy elements include the green mandarin gown, …
The Second Venerable Mandarin of Mountain
The Second Venerable Mandarin of Mountain is a figure of great distinction and numerous titles. Known as the Second Supervisor Mandarin or the Inspector Mandarin, …