Le Désespoir

HaeAhn Paul Kwon Kajander

Le Désespoir, 2022207 x 182.9 x 1.9cmPrice on Request
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pigmented natural lacquer with found urban detritus on plywood with solid wood edgingFranz KakaToronto
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Human-crafted. AI-refined.

This striking four-panel folding screen features a bold, monochromatic green color punctuated by the occasional gold accent. The composition is simple yet visually captivating, with the rectangular panels arranged in a symmetrical, geometric pattern that creates a sense of rhythm and balance. The artist's choice of material, likely a resilient and durable fabric or lacquered wood, adds to the piece's utilitarian function as a divider or decorative element. Despite its minimalist appearance, the artwork conveys a sense of tranquility and timelessness, hinting at the artist's intention to create a meditative, contemplative experience for the viewer. ...

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HaeAhn Paul Kwon Kajander
Artist
HaeAhn Paul Kwon Kajander

HaeAhn Paul Kwon Kajander is the collaborative artistic practice of HaeAhn Kwon and Paul Kajander. Through the merging of their given and family names, they aim to challenge conventional identification categories, such as gender, ethnicity, and individualism, which are often reinforced through proprietary terms. Their artistic work is characterized by a responsive approach to installation and assemblage, where research and conceptual exploration find expression through material improvisation. For instance, in their solo exhibition "maximum suffering along the way" (2019), driven by their ongoing research into the violent history of modernization in South Korea, they conducted experiments with traditional lacquer techniques known as ottchil. These techniques serve as a material and conceptual foundation for their new body of work, which delves into the burdensome history of urbanization. To embrace more environmentally sustainable materials, they have created a series of relief works utilizing the dry-lacquer technique. This technique involves layering glutinous rice powder, ottchil, linen, ash, and clay powder. The combination of unstable organic matter with lacquer offers several benefits, and possesses natural repellent properties against insects, enhancing the durability of the artwork. ...

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Franz Kaka
Gallery
Franz Kaka
Toronto