The Day of Bending and Burning Wood

Name: The Day of Bending and Burning Wood
Brand: Yoonbae Kim

Exhibited in AN ALPHABET OF OBJECTS

Oak wood

This sculpture was created by steam bending moist wood into flowing abstract forms. It was then carbonised, allowing unpredictable cracks and textures to emerge. Embracing asymmetry, the piece symbolises life’s beautiful imperfections.

Homo Faber 2026

CRAFTED BY

Yoonbae Kim

Wood sculptor | Seoul, South Korea

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Sorry, this object is not included in the Homo Faber 2026 Awards.