'From ancestors in national history to totem symbols in contemporary art, from the Dong Son drum to the Dong Son tourbillon watch of the Speake-Marin is a cross-time connection through cultural symbols. This shows the attractiveness of Vietnamese culture and the diverse and complex characteristics of the symbols contained in this culture. Therefore, in order to understand these subjects, we need to approach with many different perspectives from academia to contemporary art. The content of this book brings a new perspective, inspiring readers to learn more about these diverse symbols and totems.