Untitled 2019

Here, Danh Vō creates an immersive environment using mirrored panels, stone plinths topped with classical sculptures, and framed images. Vō’s work often explores themes of identity, displacement, and the legacy of colonialism, reflecting his own experience as a Vietnamese refugee raised in Denmark. The mirrored space distorts and fragments our perception, inviting us to reflect on how history and personal experience shape our understanding of the world. The classical sculptures, defaced and adorned with greenery, evoke a sense of cultural disruption and transformation. Red tomatoes scattered on the floor add an element of both decay and vitality. As Vō once said, ‘I am interested in how objects can embody history and personal narratives.’ By juxtaposing elements from different cultures and time periods, Vō prompts us to confront the complex interplay between individual identity and collective history. It's an exploration of the self as a product of varied cultural influences, forcing the audience to confront uncomfortable truths about the power dynamics that have shaped our world.