Rhythm of the Black Luster 2101
Chung Haecho Korean
Not on view
A leading master of contemporary lacquer, Chung Haecho focuses on the materiality of lacquer, specifically of the Korean kind called ottchil (옻칠). In moving away from vessel shapes, he disconnects lacquer from practical use and concentrates on its luster and deep color. He has perfected manipulating lacquer resin, emphasizing color and sheen through years of experimentation.
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