A one-of-a-kind oil lamp from the Dogabi series by master ceramist Hyung Jun Kim of THR-Ceramics. Wheel-thrown and sculpted in South Korea, the lamp pairs white porcelain ceramic with a brass wick holder, merging tradition with function. Its textured glaze and organic form reflect the playful yet powerful spirit of the Dogabi—a Korean goblin from folklore. Both functional and ornamental, it’s as captivating on a table as it is in use.
WHY IT’S SPECIAL
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One-of-a-kind: individually hand-thrown, sculpted, and glazed
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Dogabi mythology: inspired by Korean goblins, symbols of luck, mischief, and abundance
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Functional + decorative: a working oil lamp and a collectible ceramic object
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Mixed materials: porcelain body with brass wick holder for practical use
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Crafted by a master: handmade by Hyung Jun Kim, renowned for expressive textures and glazes
DETAILS
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Size: approx. 95 x 105 x 100 mm (3.74" x 4.13" x 3.94")
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Material: ceramic (white porcelain clay) with brass wick holder
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Method: wheel throwing, sculpting
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Oil not included
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One-of-a-kind handmade piece
STORY
In Korean folklore, the Dogabi (goblin) was believed to have mysterious powers, appearing in many forms to either bless or punish humans. Mischievous yet generous, they startled with odd faces, played childlike tricks, and brought abundance with a smile.
Through the Dogabi series, Hyung Jun Kim channels this myth into clay. Each work captures a whimsical Dogabi face or form, transformed into functional objects that radiate humor, imagination, and extraordinary glaze colors. Every oil lamp is unique, representing a different side of the goblin spirit.
THE BRAND
THR-Ceramics has been active in South Korea since 2003, founded and run by two ceramic artists. Their practice blends functional works with collectible sculptural art, aiming to make pottery accessible while celebrating its heritage.
The Dogabi series is the work of Hyung Jun Kim, who holds an MFA in Ceramics from the National University of Technology in Seoul. Inspired by human figures and emotions, Kim uses glaze serendipity and textured surfaces to achieve unusual finishes. His Dogabi works have become recognized for their playfulness, originality, and craftsmanship.
