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Painter Chu Nhat Quang beside his large single-panel lacquer painting "Uncle Ho Reads the Declaration of Independence".

The lacquer painting “Uncle Ho Reads the Declaration of Independence” measures 2.4m x 7.2m, with an area of more than 17 square meters, weighing 3 tons, completed on a two-sided single-panel base (non-assembled). The front depicts the historic moment of September 2, 1945, at Ba Dinh Square, when President Ho Chi Minh read the Declaration of Independence, marking the birth of the Democratic Republic of Vietnam. The back is titled “Spring of the Nation,” symbolizing the joy, the desire for peace, and the happiness of the Vietnamese people.

The front side of the large lacquer painting "Uncle Ho Reads the Declaration of Independence" (dimensions: 2.4m x 7.2m).

The back side of the work is titled "Spring of the Nation".

Pride of Vietnamese lacquer art

The work was recognized by the Guinness World Records just one day after the official certification event for “Uncle Ho Reads the Declaration of Independence,” organized by the Ho Chi Minh Museum in collaboration with the Vietnam Fine Arts Association and Vietnam Global Commodities Exchange Joint Stock Company (Vietcom).

Painter Chu Nhat Quang introducing the work "Uncle Ho Reads the Declaration of Independence".

"We are delighted to announce that Chu Nhat Quang is now a Guinness World Records holder after going through verification procedures and approval of documentation." - Guinness World Records

The work is currently exhibited in “Spring of Independence,” together with 16 other lacquer paintings, on the occasion of the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and the National Day of September 2 at the Ho Chi Minh Museum (Hanoi).

Sharing his joy upon receiving the recognition from Guinness World Records, painter Nguyen Thanh Tung, who has always accompanied and supported Chu Nhat Quang in his creative journey, said: “This work is an unprecedented milestone, a single-panel, large-scale lacquer painting, not assembled. Guinness World Records’ recognition is a strong affirmation of the strength and position of Vietnamese lacquer on the global art map.”

“The world has long known about record-recognized works of great masters, and now Vietnamese fine arts also make their mark with a unique lacquer painting themed around a momentous event in the nation’s history 80 years ago – Uncle Ho reading the Declaration of Independence.” - Painter Nguyen Thanh Tung

Colonel, journalist Ho Quang Loi, Vice President of the Vietnam Digital Communications Association, commented: “The lacquer art exhibition ‘Spring of Independence’ and the large lacquer painting ‘Uncle Ho Reads the Declaration of Independence’ have created a powerful impression, contributing to promoting the image of Vietnam and its traditional art to international friends.”

Poet Nguyen Khoa Diem admiring works on President Ho Chi Minh at Chu Nhat Quang’s 'Spring of Independence' exhibition.

Speaking about the creative journey, painter Chu Nhat Quang shared: “The six years of creating this work was a challenging path, from collecting historical documents and producing sketches to overcoming technical difficulties in processing, transporting, and executing on a panel weighing tons for a lacquer painting. Throughout this process, I always received invaluable support from my family and painter Nguyen Thanh Tung in researching materials, experimenting with recycled substances combined with traditional lacquer.”

“When the work was completed right in time for the 80th anniversary of the August Revolution and National Day of September 2, I was overwhelmed with incomparable happiness. This is the most practical way for me and my colleagues to pay tribute to the generations who built the foundation of independence.” - Painter Chu Nhat Quang

Painter Chu Nhat Quang working on the completion of the painting with feedback from his father, Meritorious Artist Chu Luong.

Cultural-historical significance

Admiring the large lacquer painting “Uncle Ho Reads the Declaration of Independence” at the “Spring of Independence” exhibition, poet Nguyen Khoa Diem, former Politburo member, former Secretary of the Party Central Committee, and former Head of the Central Ideology and Culture Commission, remarked: “The work reflects the author’s active and creative search in both material and theme. Creating a large-scale lacquer painting is extremely difficult, requiring both dedication and talent. Its international recognition through the world record is not only an acknowledgment but also a great joy for artists and the community of Vietnamese art lovers.”

Poet Nguyen Khoa Diem discussing the lacquer painting "Uncle Ho Reads the Declaration of Independence".

“The birth of this work is vivid proof of the Party’s orientation in building an advanced culture imbued with national identity in the new era. At the same time, it demonstrates the connection of multiple generations within the flow of Vietnamese fine arts.” - Poet Nguyen Khoa Diem

Announcement from Guinness World Records.

The Guinness World Record for the large single-panel lacquer painting “Uncle Ho Reads the Declaration of Independence” is not only the recognition and honor of painter Chu Nhat Quang but also a significant milestone that brings Vietnamese fine arts onto the world record map with a unique lacquer work internationally recognized - a historic mark affirming the creativity, resilience, and national pride of young Vietnamese artists.

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