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Cheomjang Cup

  • Company NameYuncheol Ceramic Studio
  • Designated Year2017
  • Designation NumberHC1706
  • Price InformationKRW50,000

Overview

Numerous protrusions on the surface of Yoon Joo-chul’s pottery evokes a beautiful coral reef in the ocean. Yoon’s method which relies upon the natural accumulation of slurry, takes inspiration from the wet-brush technique applying a coarse brush to the white clay. This technique applies a wide and thick brush on white slurry on the surface of traditional Korean stoneware with a bluish-green tone. Yoon applies several layers of slurry onto his ware, which results in natural protrusions on the surface. He then adds ornaments on the peak of these protrusions—hence the name cheomjang for his technique. When employing the technique on a heated and prepared cup, it usually takes about three to four days until completion. Roughly 100 to 150 strokes of brushes are applied to the cup, a process that requires time as the slurry must be dried before beginning a new stroke. Yoon specialized in modern ceramics in the 1990s when ceramics research in Korea was divided between traditional and modern styles. After meeting with artists from overseas and contemplating upon the notion of a ‘uniquely Korean ceramic,’ he eventually returned to his cultural roots and invented the technique as he searched for an authentic Korean ceramic style. As he developed his technique, he was able to introduce his works to the wider public. His works convey the aesthetic beauty of traditional ceramics. Their protrusions make it very convenient to use as the consumer does not feel any heat or cold when holding the cups. Moreover, the space beneath the cups prevents them from slipping off the table.

Product Information

Cups made with the newly developed wet-brush technique derived from traditional Korean pottery practices. The bumps around the cup prevent the heat from burning your hands.