{"product_id":"jeong-the-spirit-of-korean-craft-and-design","title":"Jeong: The Spirit of Korean Craft and Design","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe first book to explore the full scope and beauty of Korean design – from traditional craft to celebrated contemporary creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharacterized by a unique blend of tradition and innovation, and by a focus on sustainability and efficiency, Korean design is recognized for its creativity, quality, and beauty.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eJeong: The Spirit of Korean Craft and Design\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis the first book to present an immersive visual exploration of the country’s fascinating craft and design scene to an international audience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Korean concept with no direct translation in English,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ejeong\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003econveys a deep affection, emotional connection, and a sense of attachment that develops over time through shared experiences, care, and familiarity. In the context of craft and design,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003ejeong\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis revealed through attention to detail and the profound connection between maker, object and user.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis elegant volume presents 175 inspiring and important objects, from anonymous folk crafts to celebrated masterpieces, including lacquerware, ceramics, embroidery, furniture, textiles and more. Each illustrated with a striking full-page image, featured pieces include traditional moon jars, intricately woven baskets, delicate textiles, and cutting-edge contemporary furniture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrinted on tactile craft paper and stitch-bound in traditional Korean style, the book is itself a stunning object that invites exploration. Design-obsessed readers will also find in-depth essays by contemporary Korean design prodigy Teo Yang; curator Beth McKillop; and J Kathryn Hong, Chairperson of the Arumjigi Foundation in Seoul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePaperback, 224 pages, 2026.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e8.3 x 10.7 in.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HACHETTE\/PHAIDON","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47172511367346,"sku":"978-1838669454","price":69.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0578\/8155\/9218\/files\/Jeong-The-Spirit-of-Korean-Craft-and-Design-cover1_1800x_debdb92f-1709-456f-b767-bc243cdebd35.jpg?v=1774891687","url":"https:\/\/museumstore.sfmoma.org\/th\/products\/jeong-the-spirit-of-korean-craft-and-design","provider":"SFMOMA Museum Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}