PAVILION III : MATERIAL INTELLIGENCE

Hanji Cell Relics & Art Capsules

Chapter I: THE MACRO CAPSULES — The Grand Reliquary

The Ethereal Filament

: Quantum Waves Floating in Pure Void

"Within the pure void of negative space, delicate mulberry fibers weave the cosmic breath and ethereal waves of dreamlike light."

CURATION ANATOMY: The Architecture of Light

  • Negative Space & Delicate Mulberry Fibers

    Emphasizing the beauty of vast transparency, fine organic mulberry fibers bloom delicately into the surrounding void. The high translucency of the Hanji cell creates an ethereal, floating three-dimensional depth as ambient light shifts.

  • Cosmic Nebula Filament

    Evoking the delicate filaments of a cosmic nebula adrift in deep space, capturing the subtle breath of quantum waves at the edge of matter and light.

  • Ethereal Spatial Depth

    Designed for intimate contemplation, this piece transforms passing light into a soft, dreamlike aura, revealing the most delicate, tactile nuances of hand-sculpted Hanji.

STORYTELLING & PHILOSOPHY

  • The 46-Year Inkstone Ritual

    Pigmented with traditional Korean Muk (ink) from the artist's personal inkstone preserved for over 46 years (since age 11). This capsule seals a lifetime of soul and consciousness into an eternal cosmic relic.

  • Compression of Time (46 Years & 1,000 Years)

    A sacred union between the artist’s 46-year lived consciousness and the 1,000-year archival permanence of traditional hand-sculpted Hanji.

  • Quantum Contemplation (Particle vs. Wave)

    Pure water and rich ink stretch raw mulberry fibers to their absolute physical threshold. When ambient light strikes the exposed fibers and gold/oxidized leaf, static matter transforms into a fluid wave of cosmic energy, inducing Nature’s 1/f Fluctuation.

"Even the pedestal is an active sculptural medium. The subtle variation in light reflection—where the satin depth of the traditional ink meets the single matte stroke of Black Gesso—ensures that the base itself responds dynamically to ambient light alongside the acrylic monolith."

MATERIAL & ARCHITECTURAL SPECIFICATIONS

  • Medium: 46-Year Vintage Ink on Hand-Sculpted Organic Hanji, Subtle Silver Leaf Accents, 2-Ply Floating Signature Seal

  • Capsule Structure: 30mm (1.25") Optical-Grade UV-Filtering Solid Acrylic Capsule

  • Museum-Grade Pedestal: Hand-sanded hardwood dyed with Speedball Super Black Ink, then stroked with Black Gesso for a subtle, intentional contrast between satin gloss and matte brushwork. Finished with Renaissance Wax and lined on the underside with traditional Korean Ottchil Jangji (lacquered paper).

  • Spatial Positioning:Quantum Void — Designed to bring serene, poetic energy and luminous depth to private art chambers, consoles, or executive spaces.

  • Proportions & Balance: Custom 12" base providing a balanced 1-inch lateral margin on both sides for maximum spatial stability.

DIMENSIONS & PROVENANCE

  • Acrylic Monolith: 10 x 8 x 1.25 inches (25.4 x 20.3 x 3.0 cm) / 30mm

  • Museum Pedestal: 12 x 4 x 0.8 inches (30.5 x 10.2 x 2.0 cm) / 20mm

  • Overall Height: Approx. 10.8 inches (27.4 cm)

  • Provenance: Hand-signed on verso / Serialized MAISON HABENHAUS Certificate of Authenticity (COA)

  • Price:$3,800 USD

The Ethereal Filament

Craftsmanship Detail:

Hand-sanded hardwood base with Speedball ink & Black Gesso sheen contrast, sealed with Renaissance Wax and lined with traditional Korean Ottchil Jangji (lacquered paper) on the underside.

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