Michelle Im
Ha-Eun (下恩), 2025
Ceramic, epoxy, acrylic
43 ¾ x 10 ¾ x 10 ½ in
111.1 x 27.3 x 26.7 cm
111.1 x 27.3 x 26.7 cm
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Continuing to layer tradition and cultural commentary, the titles of the sculptures are drawn from an ancient Korean face-reading practice known as Gwansang, with names assigned by Michelle Im’s mother...
Continuing to layer tradition and cultural commentary, the titles of the sculptures are drawn from an ancient Korean face-reading practice known as Gwansang, with names assigned by Michelle Im’s mother based on each figure’s expression.
Ha-Eun (欞醑) translates to ‘grace with a humble heart’. Her hand gesture makes her look like she’s pushing away her own ego and approaching life with a humble heart.