Vessel of Offerings I
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More than oftentimes, I find myself observing my grandmother offering sweets and tea to our ancestors in the morning. The smell of burnt incense fuses our home. I wonder what blessing she asked our ancestors today and why offerings were of such significance.
“Cúng”, a Vietnamese term for making offerings and prayers. A tradition within Vietnamese households where sacred spaces hold shrines and/or altars. “Vessel of Offerings” is a cyanotype print depicting teacups sets that convey a photographic dialogue of tea offering rituals. Metaphorically, its connotations of holding conversations or blessings. Tea ceremonies are customary practice in Eastern Asia where it represents respect, blessing, bonding and peace.
Note: For the 1st image, I used Kozo washi which creates the paper fibre texture. Please message me if you are interested in the textured version. Print may be varied in appearance with Kozo washi.
Where it's been: OCADU GradEx 106: Virtual Graduate Exhibition
A collection depicting traditional Chinese porcelain created as cyanotypes, which is used alongside my encaustic artwork.
The print will include a thick cardstock backing, and be placed in a clear cello envelope. Cyanotype print is unframed.
Shipping and Availability
- Ships from Mississauga
- Ships to Canada, US, international
- Available for local pickup
This piece will be prepared and shipped directly from and by the artist. The cost of shipping will be provided once you request to acquire it.
Additional Details
- Requires production time
- Limited Edition Print
- Original
- Signed by Artist
- Insurance Protection
About the artist
Born and raised in Vietnam, Helen Tran has always been naturally drawn towards creating art as a young girl. Her first watercolour booklet of Disney characters aspired her to paint. She soon later found her passion for the uniqueness of Printmaking. Tran pursue her education in Visual and Creative A, ... View full profile
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