This one‑of‑a‑kind Dogabi essential oil and incense burner brings Korean folklore to life in a playful yet functional object. Shaped like a grinning goblin—complete with a single cyclops eye, sculpted horns and teeth gilded in 23.5k gold —it captures attention from every angle. Handmade at THR‑Ceramic Studio in South Korea, each piece is wheel‑thrown, sculpted, and pierced by ceramist Hyung Jun Kim. Every burner is individually numbered and produced as a unique edition, underscoring its rarity and collectible status.
Use it as a cone or stick incense burner (a stick holder is included), or heat essential oils with a tealight candle placed inside the hollow body. Whether in use or on display, it’s a conversation starter and a rare addition to any home.
WHY IT'S SPECIAL
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Extremely Rare and Highly Collectible: Dogabi pieces are produced in limited numbers and sell out quickly, making them hard to find and prized by collectors.
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Art Meets Function: This burner doubles as a sculptural artwork and a functional fragrance diffuser. The cyclops face, golden horns, and rich glaze turn an everyday ritual into a ritual of beauty.
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Rooted in Myth: Dogabi is an old Korean word for goblin. In folklore these spirits bring abundance, make gold for good people, protect homes, and sometimes play harmless pranks.
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Playful Yet Powerful Design: Hyung Jun Kim’s Dogabi sculptures are known for their expressive faces that are equal parts menacing and playful. Each piece is unique, hand-finished, and infused with humor and meaning.
DETAILS
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Dimensions & Weight: Approximately 115 × 90 × 130 mm (4.52 × 3.54 × 5.11 in.); weighs around 1.6 lb.
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Material & Method: Crafted from THR Studio’s proprietary clay using wheel throwing, hand sculpting, and pierced decoration; fired at a high oxidation temperature (approx. 2230 °F) with glaze and 23.5k gold detailing.
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Dual-Use Design: Burn cone or stick incense in the cavity; includes a detachable stick holder. For aromatherapy, place essential oil in the top dish and light a standard tealight candle inside to diffuse the scent.
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Care & Safety: Always place on a heat‑resistant surface, allow the ceramic to cool before touching, and never leave burning candles or incense unattended. Keep away from flammable objects.
THE BRAND
THR‑Ceramic Studio is a creative ceramic studio founded in 2003 by Hyung Jun Kim and Seo Seok Man in South Korea. Together, they create functional artworks and one-of-a-kind sculptures, striving to make pottery more accessible and to share their passion for ceramics with the world. Hyung Jun Kim’s Dogabi pieces are renowned for their blend of menace and playfulness, pushing the boundaries of traditional Korean culture into radical new expressions. The Dogabi itself is rooted in Korean folklore, where goblin‑like spirits are seen as bringers of abundance and protectors of homes. Owning a Dogabi burner connects you with this rich cultural heritage while offering a functional sculpture that’s truly one‑of‑a‑kind.
