Through Animal

Vase
Plastic, acrylic; 55x23 cm
Edition: 30.

PROJECT DESCRIPTION:
«Through Animal» is a vase shaped like a fairytale-like creature resembling a cow. It has a long neck and a body with a funnel-shaped opening for flowers. The vase has a smooth, glossy surface with a white base color adorned with blue spots. It is equipped with four legs with golden hooves, as well as accents on the neck and tail and stylized eyes on its sides. The vase has two openings for flowers: a large one on the neck and a smaller one on the tail, giving it both decorative and functional qualities.

LEGEND:
The «Through Animal» vase is a small entity from a planet of emptiness. Despite its hollow structure, it appears to be a living creature, with its essence and character defined by the flowers it holds. The vase resembles a cow, allowing flowers to pass through it much like a cow processes grass. However, unlike a cow, it does not transform into milk or food products but instead reflects the essence of the flowers placed within it.
If red roses are placed in the vase, it takes on the character of these passionate and aggressive flowers, with their red buds and thorns. Conversely, if lilies are placed inside, the vase becomes more melancholic, mirroring the nature of these flowers. Thus, the consciousness of this creature is determined by the flowers that fill it.

SPECIFICATIONS:
The «Through Animal» vase is made using photopolymer resin, acrylic paint, and lacquer. It is cast from UV-curable photopolymer resin, which provides high strength and resistance to ultraviolet rays. The vase is finished with white acrylic paint, ensuring a smooth and water-resistant surface. After painting, the piece is coated with a transparent lacquer, giving it a glossy finish and additional protection against scratches and external damage.

EXHIBITIONS: Define: Seoul 2024 (Seoul); PAD Art + Design 2024 (London); Maison&Objet 2024 (Paris).