MOTIFS IN THE MOSAIC ART OF KHAI DINH MAUSOLEUM AND THEIR POTENTIAL APPLICATION TO CONTEMPORARY DESIGN

Abstract

This article focuses on surveying and analyzing the sculptural characteristics in the decorative ceramic mosaic
art at Khai Dinh Mausoleum ‑ a typical example of Nguyen Dynasty court art, a place that embodies the
aesthetic essence and design thinking of the Vietnamese people in the early 20th century. By combining theories
of traditional aesthetics, visual semiotics, and brand identity, the article not only clarifies the heritage value of
court mosaic art but also opens up a new approach in connecting heritage with the creative economy. Based on
identifying characteristic motifs in lines, composition, and materials in ceramic mosaic art, the study aims to
propose the possibility of applying these elements to the design of packaging, souvenirs, and local cultural
products.