Items Similar to "Sweet Home" Colorful Figurative Abstract Porcelain Moon Jar Sculpture
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 6
Yeonsoo Kim"Sweet Home" Colorful Figurative Abstract Porcelain Moon Jar Sculpture2024
2024
About the Item
Yeonsoo Kim, "Sweet Home," 2024, Porcelain moon jar,, colored clay, underglaze, 15 × 14 × 14 inches
Korean ceramic artist Yeonsoo Kim masterfully blends the ancient Onggi tradition with bold, contemporary expression, crafting pieces that chronicle his personal and artistic journey.
Drawing inspiration from Korea’s rich ceramic heritage, he redefines Onggi, a centuries-old practice originally used for functional pottery, by infusing it with vibrant colors, unconventional forms, and playful, stylized motifs. His hand-shaped vessels and sculptures become dynamic, modern narratives that capture his thoughts and experiences in clay.
Kim’s technique involves spontaneous surface decoration using Sgraffito and calligraphy brushing, resulting in intricate designs featuring whimsical figures, animals, and objects. His work is driven by memories, relationships, and emotions, evolving organically without preplanning, embracing "freedom over perfectionism." Through his reinterpretation of Onggi, Kim merges tradition and modernity, offering a fresh expression of cultural storytelling in each piece. Working with both porcelain and iron-bearing clays, he tailors each material to the expressive qualities of his designs, revitalizing a millennia-old craft for the modern era.
Yeonsoo Kim states, "My work serves as a canvas for a diverse cast of characters, engaging in silent conversations that speak volumes through their nuanced expressions. These characters, often resembling self-portraits, invite viewers into a world where implied images and narratives converge. My work reflects my ongoing quest for artistic identity by exploring the intricacies of daily existence. I delve into the depths of human emotion through recurring motifs, transforming abstract inner experiences into tangible visual realities."
Yeonsoo Kim earned a BFA in ceramics and glass from Hongik University in Seoul, an MFA in ceramics from the Lamar Dodd School of Art at the University of Georgia, and has held apprenticeships with master Onggi artisans Hayngjong-Oh in Jeolla-do and Jinkyu Huh in Gyeongsang-do, Korea. In 2020, Kim was recognized as one of the top six Emerging Artists by the National Council on Education for the Ceramic Arts (NCECA). His work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, most recently being selected for the prestigious 12th International Ceramics Biennale Competition at the Korea Ceramics Foundation in Gyeonggi. Kim has participated in several artist residency programs, including the Korea Ceramic Foundation, Montana State University, the Morean Center for Clay in St. Petersburg, FL, and the Archie Bray Foundation in Montana.
ceramic sculpture, contemporary sculpture, outsider art, ceramic art, pottery, porcelain sculpture, self portrait, Onggi, multicolor, moon jar, contemporary art, tabletop, houseware, home decor, decorative art, art and design
- Creator:Yeonsoo Kim (1977, Korean)
- Creation Year:2024
- Dimensions:Height: 15 in (38.1 cm)Width: 14 in (35.56 cm)Depth: 14 in (35.56 cm)
- Medium:
- Movement & Style:
- Period:
- Condition:
- Gallery Location:East Quogue, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1417215197802
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 2020
1stDibs seller since 2020
80 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 2 hours
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Exeter, NH
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View All"Never Ending Story" Decorative Colorful Abstract Figurative Porcelain Vessel
Located in East Quogue, NY
Yeonsoo Kim, "Never Ending Story," Colorful clay white stoneware, underglaze, 14 x 12 x 12 inches.
Korean ceramic artist Yeonsoo Kim masterfully blends the ancient Onggi tradition w...
Category
Early 2000s Outsider Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware, Underglaze, Porcelain
"Be Yourself" Decorative Monochromatice Abstract Figurative Clay Sculpture
Located in East Quogue, NY
Yeonsoo Kim, "Be Yourself," Monochromatic black and white clay vessel, White stoneware, black underglaze, 11.5 × 12.5 × 13 inches.
Korean ceramic artist Yeonsoo Kim masterfully blen...
Category
Early 2000s Outsider Art Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Underglaze, Stoneware
"You Are Enough" Decorative Monochromatice Abstract Figurative Clay Sculpture
Located in East Quogue, NY
Yeonsoo Kim, "You Are Enough" Monochromatic black and white clay vessel, White stoneware, black underglaze, 22 x 20 x 20 inches.
Korean ceramic artist Yeonsoo Kim masterfully blends...
Category
Early 2000s Outsider Art Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Stoneware, Underglaze
"Look At Me" Decorative Abstract Figurative Clay Sculpture
Located in East Quogue, NY
Yeonsoo Kim, "Look at Me," Colorful red clay vessel, underglaze, 13 x 11 × 13 inches.
Korean ceramic artist Yeonsoo Kim masterfully blends the ancient Onggi tradition with bold, con...
Category
Early 2000s Outsider Art Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Clay, Slip
"Self Portrait" Decorative Abstract Figurative Clay Sculpture
Located in East Quogue, NY
Yeonsoo Kim, "Self Portrait" White Porcelain, glaze, underglaze, 12 x 11 x 11 inches.
Korean ceramic artist Yeonsoo Kim masterfully blends the ancient Onggi tradition with bold, con...
Category
Early 2000s Outsider Art Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Clay, Slip
"Love Yourself" Figurative Abstract Clay Sculpture
Located in East Quogue, NY
Yeonsoo Kim, "Love Yourself," 2023, Local clay, white slip, 13 x 12 x 12 inches
Korean ceramic artist Yeonsoo Kim masterfully blends the ancient Onggi tradition with bold, contempor...
Category
2010s Outsider Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Clay, Slip
You May Also Like
"Lovers 1" Ceramic Abstract Sculpture 23" x 9" inch by Lika Brutyan
By Lika Brutyan
Located in Culver City, CA
"Lovers 1" Ceramic Abstract Sculpture 23" x 9" inch by Lika Brutyan
Medium: Clay, Terra Sigillata
Lika Brutyan is American photographer, was born in a family of scientists and arti...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Clay, Underglaze
"Figure No 5" Ceramic Abstract Sculpture 15" x 7" inch by Lika Brutyan
By Lika Brutyan
Located in Culver City, CA
"Figure No 5" Ceramic Abstract Sculpture 15" x 7" inch by Lika Brutyan
Medium: Clay, underglaze, metal
Lika Brutyan is American photographer, was born in a family of scientists and...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Clay, Underglaze
"Zuza" Ceramic Sculpture 22" x 6" inch by Lika Brutyan
By Lika Brutyan
Located in Culver City, CA
"Zuza" Ceramic Sculpture 22" x 6" inch by Lika Brutyan
Medium: Clay, underglaze
Lika Brutyan is American photographer, was born in a family of scientists and artists in Yerevan, Ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Clay, Underglaze
"Woman Figure" Ceramic Abstract Sculpture 10" x 4" inch by Lika Brutyan
By Lika Brutyan
Located in Culver City, CA
"Woman Figure" Ceramic Abstract Sculpture 10" x 4" inch by Lika Brutyan
Medium: Clay, underglaze
Lika Brutyan is American photographer, was born in a family of scientists and artis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Clay, Underglaze
"Don't Look at Me" Ceramic Sculpture 22" x 8" inch by Lika Brutyan
By Lika Brutyan
Located in Culver City, CA
"Don't Look at Me" Ceramic Sculpture 22" x 8" inch by Lika Brutyan
Medium: Clay, Terra Sigillata
Lika Brutyan is American photographer, was born in a family of scientists and artis...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Clay, Underglaze
Outsider artist singular virgin and child art brut sculpture mother and child
Located in Norwich, GB
An extraordinarily moving piece by an outsider artist who must have spent many a day conceiving, cutting, hammering, soldering and welding this stunning metal group made of tin and iron. The result is something completely individualistic, which at the same time recalls early medieval...
Category
Mid-20th Century Outsider Art Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Metal
