The melding of traditional and modern culture is a statement that makes frequent appearances in any number of streetwear mission statements. Yeenjoy Studio, founded in 2015 by Chinese artist YiRan, aka K.Yee, puts a wholly unique spin on the concept. The traditional, traditional as in dating back to the Han Dynasty, craftsmanship and techniques of Chinese porcelain are applied to decorative household goods like incense burners, vases and tableware, featuring iconic, modern designs.
A statement from the artist: I designed a porcelain with the shape of a Shoehorn, which is a high-end porcelain produced in Jingdezhen, China, after a temperature of 1300 degrees. At the same time it is still an incense holder. I have been designing around LIFESTYLE, hoping to integrate traditional Chinese craftsmanship with modern trends.