Kwangho Lee – Preserving Traditional Asian Craftsmanship With ‘New Armor’

Korean designer Kwangho Lee (b.1981) has crafted a unique piece of modern furniture that blends together traditional and contemporary design.

His ‘New Armor’ collection is an example of his skillful fusion of traditional ott-chill lacquer technique with modern materials. The objects are made of bronze and coated with paper and ott-chill lacquer, creating a high gloss finish that brings out the texture of the pattern.

This exquisite piece is not only a work of art but a representation of Kwangho Lee’s efforts at preserving traditional Asian craftsmanship.

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Aesence | New Armor by Kwangho Lee
Aesence | New Armor by Kwangho Lee
Aesence | New Armor by Kwangho Lee
Aesence | New Armor by Kwangho Lee

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