YÉOL PROJECT
- DUSEOKJANG
Traditional Metal Carving and Furniture

‘Duseok’, a traditional material widely used during Joseon Dynasty, is a form of copper alloy made by fusing zinc into copper. It is more malleable and easier to handle than pure copper or steel, and the quality of its beautiful lustrous colour is reminiscent of gold and silver. Because of these characteristics, it was once widely used for various artefacts, such as ornaments for clothes, objects for rituals, and military weapons.

 

Today, as traditional lifestyle and craft slowly become obsolete, the role of ‘duseokjang’ has waned over time. The traditional craft techniques, tools and methods have lost their historical basis, and are on the edge of extinction. Auroi's 'Duseok Heritage' line seeks to reinterpret 'Duseok' not merely as an ornamentation for furniture but as an independent craftwork. We continue to study the past and work closely with the traditional craftsmen to rediscover Korea's historical asset in a contemporary language.

           

Date03 Nov 2017 - 18 Nov 2017

LocationChoi Sunu House, Seongbukro 15 gil 9, Seongbukgu, Seoul

SponsorYÉOL Korean Heritage Preservation Society

ArtistHeo Daechun, Ahn Yihwan, Kwon Wondeok

DesignAuroi


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