21g, Paper, Natural Lacquer, 11 Pieces (1 Set)

Ott-chil is a type of Korean lacquer technique that is done by adding the secretions of the "Ott" tree, released as a protective response to wounds. Collecting this from the ott-tree is an intricate and difficult process that can be done only by experts. The lacquer produces incredibly durable finishes in most of the materials. It offers antibacterial effect and its color is very elegant. This is why it has long been treated as the very best material for tableware in Korea.

21g, Paper, Natural Lacquer, 11 Pieces (1 Set)

In my project, I applied ott-chil to papers to make a new material for tableware which has the strong points of ott-chil as follows: waterproof, durable, sterilized and eco-friendly. I also felt an interest in exploring the gap between luxury object and everyday object, heavy strong material and light weak material. I tried to follow the traditional way of applying lacquer, but at the same time wanted to suggest a new object, a new material and a new shape based on a new design adapted to modern living.

21g Making Film, Design Academy Eindhoven, Man and Living Dep. Graduation Project, 2016

People could not easily imagine the weight and the texture of the tableware when they just look at the object. By touching and using it, I want people to feel and experience the luxury of ott-chil, the lightness and the usefulness of this tableware even it is made by paper.

Seungbin Yang