A one-of-a-kind plant pot from the Dogabi series by master ceramist Hyung Jun Kim of THR-Ceramics. Wheel-thrown and sculpted from white porcelain clay, this piece is finished with subtle glazes and textures that highlight its organic form. Both functional and ornamental, it embodies the whimsical yet powerful spirit of the Dogabi, the mythical Korean goblin.
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 the playful goblin figure of Korean folklore
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Functional + sculptural: a pot for plants or a collectible art object on its own
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Master craftsmanship: created by Hyung Jun Kim with signature glaze effects and textures
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Heritage artistry: handmade in South Korea using traditional ceramic techniques
DETAILS
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Size: approx. H 3.74" x Ø 4.13" x 3.15"
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Material: ceramic, white porcelain clay
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Method: wheel throwing, sculpting
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Kiln temperature: 2282°F (oxidation firing) with glaze finish
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One-of-a-kind handmade piece
STORY
In Korean folklore, the Dogabi (goblin) was believed to hold mysterious powers—appearing in many forms to bring either luck or punishment. Mischievous yet generous, Dogabis startled humans with odd faces, played tricks with childlike humor, and bestowed abundance with a smile.
Through the Dogabi series, Hyung Jun Kim captures these whimsical traits and expressions in clay. Each work is infused with humor and imagination, its unique colors and glazes embodying the many faces of this mythical being. Every pot becomes a playful and expressive character in its own right.
THE BRAND
THR-Ceramics has been creating functional and sculptural works in South Korea since 2003. Founded and run by two ceramic artists, the studio produces collectible pieces that celebrate craft while making pottery approachable for everyday life.
The Dogabi series is the work of Hyung Jun Kim, who earned his MFA in Ceramics at the National University of Technology in Seoul. Inspired by human figures and emotions, he emphasizes glaze serendipity and textural detail, crafting unusual finishes that make each piece distinct. His Dogabi works merge tradition, myth, and artistry into collectible ceramic originals.
