Singing for the Peace of the World – Original Oil Painting by Nam Hoang

Description

Original oil painting Singing for the Peace of the World expresses a universal longing for harmony, compassion, and unity.

About the painting

There are moments when adults have no words left, but a child’s voice can still ask for something simple: peace.

Singing for the Peace of the World captures that fragile, powerful moment. A small child sits barefoot, holding a microphone with both hands, eyes gently closed. Around them, the world splits in two: on one side, ruins and tanks; on the other, washed-out fields and distant buildings that might, one day, become a calmer future.

From the glow behind the child, a white dove rises – born directly from the song. This painting is both a prayer and a question:

What kind of world are we building for our children?

Story & symbolism

The child with the microphone – the softest voice in the room, representing future generations asking adults to listen.

Ruins, tanks and burning reds – the weight of conflict, trauma and destruction that children never choose, but must live inside.

Faded fields and vertical drips – rain, tears and time trying to clean the land; a landscape in the slow process of healing.

The white dove – peace, forgiveness and the possibility of a different path, even when everything seems broken.

Hands and flowers at the bottom  – tenderness and protection, the desire to hold and protect the child amidst chaos.

This work is not tied to one specific country or war. It speaks about every child growing up between fear and hope – and the quiet strength hidden in their voices.

This original oil painting uses symbolic imagery and expressive brushwork to communicate calm and balance.

As an original oil painting, the artwork invites reflection on hope and understanding.

Where this artwork fits

Singing for the Peace of the World brings a deep, contemplative energy to any space and is ideal for:

Living rooms or studios where you want art that starts conversations

Offices, counselling rooms or creative spaces focused on education, social issues or human rights

Galleries, NGOs, schools or cultural centers that speak about peace, conflict and the future of children

An Original Oil Painting Inspired by Peace and Harmony

Artwork details

Title: Singing for the Peace of the World

Artist: Nam Hoang

Medium: Oil on canvas

Original: One-of-a-kind, hand-painted artwork (no duplicates)

Size: 90 cm × 80 cm

Orientation: Almost square

Year of creation: 2014

Style: Symbolic realism, contemporary figurative art

Theme: Peace, children, anti-war, hope, human resilience

Signature: Signed by the artist on the front

Certificate: Comes with a signed Certificate of Authenticity

Materials, framing & shipping

Surface: Professional-grade canvas, primed for oil painting

Framing:

Ships unframed, ready to be framed to your taste

If you offer framing: “Optional custom framing is available upon request.”

Varnish: Protected with a clear varnish to enhance color and durability

Packaging: Carefully wrapped, padded and shipped in a sturdy box or tube for international transport

Shipping: Worldwide shipping from Viet Nam. Tracking number provided for every order.

 The Role of an Original Oil Painting in Contemporary Art

An original oil painting carries a depth and presence that cannot be replicated by digital or mass-produced artwork. The physical layers of paint, texture, and hand movement create a direct connection between the artist and the viewer.

In a world of fast consumption, an original oil painting offers permanence and reflection. It invites viewers to slow down, observe, and experience meaning through form, color, and intention.

The theme of peace in art has been explored across cultures and history, as discussed by major museums and art institutions such as the Tate Museum.

This original oil painting was created to serve not only as a visual artwork, but also as a reminder of shared humanity and peaceful coexistence.

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