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Jaena Kwon Art

Drawing on her background in origami and the production of pop-up books, painter and sculptor Jaena Kwon works in abstract mode, and prioritizes structure and texture in her work. In exploring how space is depicted in paintings, she creates compelling monochrome layered objects that are folded, sanded and painted.

Kwon was born and raised in Seoul and holds two MFA degrees. She completed one in 2014 at Yale University, where she majored in painting and printmaking, and the other in 2012 at Seoul National University, where she also earned her bachelor’s degree.

Central to Kwon’s art, regardless of whether she is working with fiberboard, wood, gesso or acrylics, is a careful, deliberate focus on the tactile qualities of the work. In doing so, she adds another dimension, adding a layer of experience and meaning.

Of Kwon’s many exhibitions, most include group and solo shows held in New York City or Seoul. A 2017 residency at MASS MoCA in North Adams, Massachusetts, as well as 2012 shows at Amy Simon Fine Art in Connecticut and New Caledonia Hotel Art Fair in Noumea are among some exceptions. The Woosuk Exhibition Hall at Seoul National University has featured Kwon twice in back-to-back group shows in 2010 and 2011, and she was also a participant in 2017’s “Passion. Connected. 100 x 100” at the Korean Cultural Center of New York.

Kwon has won numerous awards including a Teaching Assistant Fellowship in 2011 from Seoul National University. She also won the Carol Schlosberg Memorial Prize from Yale University and the Boston Young Contemporaries RGH Prize, both in 2014.

On 1stDibs, find a collection of Jaena Kwon paintings and sculptures.

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By Jaena Kwon

Located in Westport, CT

This piece is by Korean artist, Jaena Kwon. Her dimensional relief work is concerned with painting components and how painting space is constructed. She treats painting as an image o...

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2010s Abstract Jaena Kwon Art

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Acrylic, Fiberboard

Organza Fold
Organza Fold

Organza Fold

By Jaena Kwon

Located in Westport, CT

This purple/lavender piece is by Korean artist, Jaena Kwon. Her dimensional relief work is concerned with painting components and how painting space is constructed. She treats painti...

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2010s Abstract Jaena Kwon Art

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Acrylic, Fiberboard

Berkshire Blue
Berkshire Blue

Berkshire Blue

By Jaena Kwon

Located in Westport, CT

This blue work is by Korean artist, Jaena Kwon. Her dimensional relief work is concerned with painting components and how painting space is constructed. She treats painting as an ima...

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2010s Abstract Jaena Kwon Art

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Acrylic, Fiberboard

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Jaena Kwon art for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a wide variety of authentic Jaena Kwon art available for sale on 1stDibs. If you’re browsing the collection of art to introduce a pop of color in a neutral corner of your living room or bedroom, you can find work that includes elements of pink, purple, red and other colors. You can also browse by medium to find art by Jaena Kwon in acrylic paint, board, fiberboard and more. Much of the original work by this artist or collective was created during the 21st century and contemporary and is mostly associated with the abstract style. Not every interior allows for large Jaena Kwon art, so small editions measuring 23 inches across are available. Customers who are interested in this artist might also find the work of Glenn A. Green, Susan Hable, and Tim Nikiforuk. Jaena Kwon art prices can differ depending upon medium, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $3,500 and tops out at $5,500, while the average work can sell for $4,650.

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