Part of the original Quên – Forget Tarot De Gap collection by Duy Khanh Vo.

King of Pentacles in Ha Giang captures a quiet moment in one of Vietnam’s most breathtaking landscapes. Surrounded by mountains shaped through centuries of wind and time, the figure embodies a different kind of wealth—one that cannot be measured by possessions alone. The earth beneath his feet, the traditions carried across generations, and the deep connection between people and place become the true treasures of this card.

Created during the development of Quên – Forget Tarot De Gap, this artwork reflects the artist’s journey through northern Vietnam and the memories gathered along the way. Ha Giang is a land where life moves at its own pace, where resilience is woven into everyday existence, and where prosperity is often found in simplicity rather than excess.

Inspired by the archetype of the King of Pentacles, the painting explores stewardship, stability, and wisdom gained through experience. Rather than portraying authority through status or luxury, this interpretation celebrates a grounded relationship with the land and an appreciation for what endures. The King becomes a guardian of both material and emotional abundance, reminding us that true security comes from understanding what is worth holding onto and what must eventually be released.

Like many works within Quên, this piece invites reflection on memory and belonging. Places change, people move on, and moments pass into the distance. Yet certain landscapes remain within us, becoming part of the foundations upon which we build our lives.