"Translation Series", 2009, soap, pigment, varnish, mirrored steel plate and wooden crate, dimensions variable

The artist, who has trained in both Korea and London, at Seoul National University and the Slade School of Fine Art respectively, explores the sculptural traditions of the two cultural influences that have shaped her career: the East and the West. She draws inspiration from classical European sculpture and sixteenth century Chinese export porcelain, the forms of which she translates into the medium of soap.

‘Venus’, 1998, soap, pigment and varnish, figure: 123 x 73 x 45 cm, pedastal: 102 x 85 x 60cm.

The delicate floral aroma that fills the gallery space confirms that the work is created from soap and the artist challenges the sculptural qualities of this material, producing highly refined works that are at first glance seemingly identical to the originals.

‘Translation- Greek’, 1998, soap, pigment and varnish, figure: 123 x 73 x 45 cm, pedastal: 102 x 85 x 60cm.



‘Translation Series’, 2009, soap, pigment, varnish, mirrored steel plate and wooden crate, dimensions variable




“Translation” will be on shown at Haunch of Venison in London