Horse motif in the contemporary art

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Horse motif in the contemporary art

20/02/2026

06:48

From ancient times to the present, the horse has been a familiar presence in Vietnamese life. Its image appeared very early in folk culture, notably in Đông Hồ folk paintings. The horse symbolises perseverance, endurance, resilient strength, and an unyielding spirit in the face of challenges. In the visual arts, the horse also became a symbol of heroism, closely associated with historical legends and national spirit.

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