PAVILION III : MATERIAL INTELLIGENCE

Hanji Cell Relics & Art Capsules

Chapter I: THE MACRO CAPSULES — The Grand Reliquary

The Quantum Cascade

: Dissolution of Matter into Infinite Light

"Dense, primeval ink dissolving downwards into delicate fibers and luminous particles—the ultimate sublimation of matter into infinite light."

CURATION ANATOMY: The Architecture of Light

  • Dissolution of Matter (Quantum Cascade)

    The dense, pitch-black ink at the top gradually dissolves into delicate mulberry fibers and fine alchemical particles as it flows downward, capturing the poetic transition from solid form to fluid energy.

  • Quantum Contemplation in Practice

    Intuitively embodying the artist's core philosophy—where dense, physical matter encounters light and sublimates into infinite waves of time and cosmic energy.

  • Temporal Gradient & Lower Anchoring

    The subtle ink gradation paired with the red signature seal floating in the lower-right void creates an evocative sense of eternal time and meditative stillness.

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, Mixed Gold Leaf & Oxidized Particles, 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:The Architectural Triad — Designed as a meditative center piece that brings luminous balance and poetic depth to private galleries, consoles, or executive spaces.

DIMENSIONS & PROVENANCE

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

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

  • 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

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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