Dinh’s work in porcelain honors the traditions of Chu Đậu ceramics and Annamese ware, which has been
globally traded since the Ming dynasty. Take-Out Vase offers nuance to the hand-painted blue and white
designs of Northern Vietnam by blending the high culture of fine china with the vernacular of fast-food
containers and food industry logos. The vessel’s form recalls a bottle of nail polish, symbolizing the economic
opportunity of a beauty salon. Its imagery evokes local bridges and the great distance that Vietnamese
communities have traveled, seeking refuge in places such as New Orleans East and New Orleans’ West Bank.

This object was included in the following exhibitions:

• Legacy Traces , 1/18/2024 - 6/22/2024

• overall Dimensions: 10 x 6 x 6 in. (254 x 152.4 x 152.4 mm)

This object is a member of the following portfolios: