
[Full View] Home, Sweet Home 홈, 스위트 홈 (2022).
Glazed ceramics, strings, marble, rug. 120’(H) x 84’(W) x 84’(D)


Details of Home, Sweet Home 홈, 스위트 홈(2022)
This piece confronts the deeply ingrained societal issues of femicide and domestic violence prevalent in South Korea. Statistics reveal that nearly 81% of femicides in Korea between 2016 and 2021 were perpetrated by spouses or intimate partners, often within the supposed safety of the victims’ own homes. The pervasive patriarchal mindset, where men are traditionally viewed as heads of households, exacerbates this harrowing trend of ‘wife murder,’ highlighting a pressing need for prevention and intervention measures.
Central to the installation is an urn suspended from the ceiling, encircled by fragmented pieces symbolizing shattered lives. The rug laid on the floor, along with the black tombstone placed on top of it, serves as a poignant reminder of the domestic violence that has occurred inside the home and the many women who have tragically lost their lives as a result. Home, Sweet Home 홈, 스위트 홈 challenges the conventional notion that a home is an inviolable sanctuary, prompting reflection on whether it truly provides safety for all individuals.
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