The walls of this cup were made on a wheel, then cut by hand β facets pressed into the clay so that light falls differently on each surface.
Artist Kim Eun-ho (κΉμνΈ) works within the tradition of Joseon Baekja (μ‘°μ λ°±μ) β the pristine white porcelain that defined Korean ceramic culture for five centuries β using the wheel-shaping technique Mul-le Seong-hyeong (λ¬Όλ μ±ν) combined with the contemporary Myeon-chi-gi (λ©΄μΉκΈ°) facet-cutting method. The result is a vessel whose surface geometry creates soft, convex curves that suggest the layered form of a flower petal. Each cup is an individual act of disciplined Korean craft β what the Joseon aesthetic calls jeoljemi (μ μ λ―Έ): beauty through restraint. This set has been designated a 2022 KCDF Excellent Craft Product (K-RIBORN) and exhibited at the Seoul Living Design Fair.
As soju cups, the white porcelain pairs with dark timber and matte linen at a considered dinner table. Repurposed as dipping sauce bowls, the wide opening is well suited for sesame oil, gochujang, or ponzu. Displayed as a pair on an open shelf between uses, the faceted form reads as quiet sculpture β an object that earns its space whether in use or at rest.
Available in Matte (무κ΄) and Glossy (μ κ΄) finish. A production lead time of 1β2 weeks may apply. Handcrafted in South Korea by Kim Eun-ho.