Dogabi Flower Vase No. 274 channels the mischievous power of Korea’s legendary goblins into a vessel of rare elegance. Hand-thrown and sculpted by Hyung Jun Kim at THR Ceramic Studio in Goyang, the piece merges humor and reverence: a wide-eyed guardian whose grin gleams in 23.5 k gold.
Its deep green glaze recalls ancient celadon, pooling into shifting shades of moss and bronze. Fired at over 2,280 °F, the porcelain body bears the tactile memory of flame and time. Though conceived as a vase, it carries the presence of a small deity — one that watches, protects, and perhaps occasionally laughs.
WHY IT’S SPECIAL
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Functional sculpture — Can serve as a vase or stand as an independent art object.
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Mythic inspiration — Evokes the Dogabi (도깨비), Korea’s folkloric spirit known for blurring the line between fear and fortune.
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Refined craft — Formed through wheel throwing and sculpting, finished with a rich oxidation glaze and 23.5 k gold detailing.
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Collector’s work — Individually numbered, unique in tone and expression.
DETAILS
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Material: Ceramic (White Porcelain)
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Method: Wheel Throwing, Sculpting
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Kiln Temperature: 2,282 °F oxidation firing / glaze at 1,472 °F oxidation firing / gold (British 23.5 k)
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Size: 95 × 115 × 170 mm / Ø 95 mm / 775 g
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Finish: Deep green oxidized glaze with gold teeth and accents
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Origin: Handcrafted in Korea by Hyung Jun Kim
THE BRAND
Dogabi is the ongoing ceramic mythology of Korean artist Hyung Jun Kim, who translates the ancient dokkaebi (도깨비) spirits into tactile, modern forms. Each work combines high-fire porcelain, glaze alchemy, and humor — transforming folklore into contemporary ritual objects for daily life.
