The recent auction, “The Legends from Indochina Fine Arts College,” showcased by Million Auction House, featured exceptional artworks by renowned artists. The highlight of the event was the sale of Le Pho’s magnificent silk painting, “Le don de la Mère,” which fetched an impressive EUR600,000, making it the auction’s most expensive piece.
Another of Le Pho’s creations, “Jeune fille au perroquet,” also garnered significant attention, selling for EUR315,000.
The auction also witnessed the sale of “Les baigneuses,” a captivating artwork by Vietnamese artist Nguyen Tuong Lan. This exquisite piece commanded a remarkable price of EUR 310,000. Additionally, “Reflet sur la rivière,” a painting by local talent Tran Phuc Duyen, found a new owner at EUR110,000.
The auction also included works by celebrated Vietnamese artists from the Indochina period, such as Vu Cao Dam and Mai Trung Thu, which were snapped up at attractive prices.
Millon Auction House, established in France in 1928, has built an esteemed reputation over the years. With a rich history of hosting thousands of successful auctions, it has become a go-to destination for art enthusiasts and collectors seeking exceptional artworks and valuable collections.
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Le Pho’s “Canard et Lotus” is an exquisite silk painting that recently fetched an impressive EUR1.2 million at a prestigious auction held by Sotheby’s Paris in France on November 7th. This captivating artwork showcases the beauty of Mandarin ducks gracefully swimming amongst the delicate lotus flowers. With its stunning composition and masterful technique, “Canard et Lotus” truly exemplifies Le Pho’s exceptional talent as an artist.