Jaak dang
Yun Mi Kim
작가 소개
Where Korean landscapes are sculpted into contemporary lacquer objects.
Jaak dang, led by artist Yunmi Kim, reinterprets the poetic spirit of Korean jingyeong sansu—true-view landscapes—into contemporary wooden and lacquered objects.
Mountains, skies, clouds, and rocks are translated into refined sculptural forms, crafted through a structural interplay of solid wood and bamboo weaving. This architectural approach offers a modern reinterpretation of the traditional soban, a Korean wooden side table valued for its functional beauty.
Colored lacquer expresses the tones of nature, while natural lacquer enhances depth, durability, and material richness. The result is a series of objects that merge traditional craftsmanship with modern sensibilities—quiet yet powerful pieces that bring the harmony of Korean landscapes into everyday living.
Jaak dang’s work bridges the past and present, offering objects that are both artful and functional, carrying within them the cultural memory of Korean craft and the serene beauty of nature.
Main activity genre
Wood & Lacquerware
Category
Craft
ARTWORKS
“Korean True-View Landscape Sobang” is a natural lacquer tray, small table, and box inspired by the aesthetics of Korean landscapes.
The curves of mountains, along with skies, clouds, and rocks, are expressed by constructing sculptural forms in solid wood.
Within this structure, a woven bamboo panel is incorporated, offering a contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional soban.
The exterior is finished with colored lacquer to evoke the hues of the landscape, while natural lacquer is applied throughout to enhance durability and bring depth to the piece.
Production Year: 2025
“Korean True-View Landscape Sobang” is a natural lacquer tray, small table, and box inspired by the aesthetics of Korean landscapes.
The curves of mountains, along with skies, clouds, and rocks, are expressed by constructing sculptural forms in solid wood.
Within this structure, a woven bamboo panel is incorporated, offering a contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional soban.
The exterior is finished with colored lacquer to evoke the hues of the landscape, while natural lacquer is applied throughout to enhance durability and bring depth to the piece.
Production Year: 2025
“Korean True-View Landscape Sobang” is a natural lacquer tray, small table, and box inspired by the aesthetics of Korean landscapes.
The curves of mountains, along with skies, clouds, and rocks, are expressed by constructing sculptural forms in solid wood.
Within this structure, a woven bamboo panel is incorporated, offering a contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional soban.
The exterior is finished with colored lacquer to evoke the hues of the landscape, while natural lacquer is applied throughout to enhance durability and bring depth to the piece.
Production Year: 2025