Currently on view at Tamarine Restaurant and Gallery, the exhibit-featuring eight paintings by six renowned Vietnamese artists -- marks Tamarine's second semi-annual exhibit supporting non-profit institutions. The artists showcased in the exhibit include: Le Loc, an impressionist regarded for his use of contrasting colors; Le Tuong, a neo-realist known for emotive depictions of everyday life; and Luong Dung, whose dazzling style can be either strong or soft in her depictions of a world she views to be both mysterious and peaceful. Other artists include Pham Hoang Anh, Truong Quang Hai, and Do Xuan Doan. These artists have found extraordinary favor among collectors in the United States, Europe and Asia.

On November 16, at the conclusion of the exhibit, the works will be auctioned at a special event hosted by Tamarine Restaurant & Gallery featuring live jazz, international wines, cocktails and hors d'oeuvres. The proceeds generated by the auction will be donated to the Asian Art Museum.

"We are delighted to be the beneficiary of Tamarine Restaurant's generosity," said Emily Sano, director of the Asian Art Museum. "Their unique support will help enable the museum to fulfill its mission of leading a diverse global audience in discovering the unique material, aesthetic, and intellectual achievements of Asian art and culture."

"Over the past decade, contemporary Vietnamese art has become an established and sought after presence in the international fine art scene," said Anne Le, proprietor of Tamarine Restaurant. "We are thrilled to not only share the richness of Vietnamese art with the Bay Area, but also use it as a means to support the Asian Art Museum in its commitment to promoting the appreciation of Asian culture."

For further information on the exhibit and auction, please visit Tamarine's website at http://www.tamarinerestaurant.com/GalleryCurrentFeature or call the restaurant at 650-325-8500.

About Tamarine Restaurant:

Named one of the Bay Area's top 100 restaurants by the San Francisco Chronicle in 2003, Tamarine Restaurant & Gallery is a Vietnamese restaurant featuring contemporary Vietnamese cuisine. Promoting the Vietnamese tradition of the communal meal in which food is shared & enjoyed with those close, Tamarine's small plate entrees are enjoyed with the pairing of a variety of aromatic, flavor-infused rice, designed to be mixed & matched to create a truly unique flavor experience. Along with the cuisine, Tamarine's art gallery features the works of contemporary Vietnamese artists, which includes a collection of paintings on paper, canvas, wood & lacquer. Semi-annual exhibits close with a silent auction for charity.

SOURCE Tamarine Restaurant

Anne Le, +1-650-325-8500, for Tamarine Restaurant

http://www.tamarinerestaurant.com

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