Random pattern necklace detail, 2021
silver, Keumboo (24ct gold foil), 18ct gold, lapis lazuli
L:47cm H:6cm W:11cm
Random Ovals Pattern Earrings with Lapis Lazuli, 2020
silver, Keumboo (24ct gold foil), 18ct gold, lapis lazuli
H:1.9cm W:1.6cm
Windmill Dangling Earrings with Pearl, 2021
silver, Keumboo(24ct gold), freshwater pearl
H:3cm W:2.1cm D:0.8cm
Mixed Ovals Flower Earrings with Pearl, 2021
silver, Keumboo(24ct gold), freshwater pearl
H:1.8cm W:1.8cm
Triangle Earrings with Lapis Lazuli, 2020
silver, Keumboo (24ct gold foil), 18ct gold, lapis lazuli
H:1.4cm W:1.7cm
Oval Studs with Korean Braided Cord (Teal), 2019
silver, keumboo (24ct gold foil), Korean braided cord
H:2.1cm W:1.6cm
Oval Studs with Korean Braided Cord (Purple), 2019
silver, keumboo (24ct gold foil), Korean braided cord
H:2.1cm W:1.6cm
Born: 1979
Misun Won graduated with a masters degree in 2008 from Edinburgh College of Art. Originally from Korea, her work is associated with the delicacy of highly refined handcraft from the East. Her extensive experience of living and working in both Britain and Korea has given her a broader cultural outlook. It has enabled her to position herself in what she calls “neutral territory” and to examine both cultures with “fresh eyes”. Influences from both countries can be seen in her work: a major inspiration is Korean patchwork, but this highly traditional form is interpreted through Western fractal geometry; creating dynamic structures for her collection.
Misun received a commendation at Goldsmiths’ Fair 2019 for her latest collection.