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오마주투레거시

Derived from the meaning, "gesture of respect" or "tribute," an hommage refers to the intentional citation of an artwork as a sign of admiration. Within film, it often involves referencing key scenes or dialogue from previous works as a tribute.

OUWR’s third collection, born from our deep respect for the cultural artifacts that have stood the test of time, is inspired by the beauty of Korea’s historical treasures.

Discover the story behind OUWR’s Hommage to Legacy collection.

: HOMMAGE TO LEGACY :

오마주 투 레거시

It means 'a sign of respect' or 'offering as a sign of respect', and in the case of works of art, it refers to a work that intentionally cites another work as a sign of respect. Especially in movies, it refers to quoting key scenes or lines from another work as a sign of respect. The third collection, which was created to pay respect to our country's relics that have been recognized by generations for a long time, began with our country's beautiful relics. Meet OUWR’s story of the [Homage to Legacy] collection.

P7 : CHOCHOONG

Chochungdo is an eight-panel colored folding screen painted by Shin Saimdang (1504–1551) and designated as a Tangible Cultural Property of Gangwon Province.

The [P7: Chochoong] pattern pays homage to this masterpiece, known for its simplicity of subject, balanced composition, delicate and feminine expression, and refined yet distinctly Korean colors. Among the eight paintings, this pattern draws inspiration from “Poppies and Lizard” and “Cockscomb and Dung Beetle.”

Each of the eight scenes in Chochungdo carries symbolic meanings such as fertility, longevity, prosperity, and vitality. Reinterpreted through OUWR’s unique color palette and combinations, this modern homage infuses the artwork with a lively and dynamic spirit.

P8 : MORAN & P9 : DAINTY MORAN

The Moran (牡丹), with its large, vibrant blossoms, has long been revered as the "king of flowers" in East Asian culture, symbolizing royalty and prosperity. Also known by the epithet Buquihua (富貴花) as "flower of wealth and honor."

The [P8: Moran] and [P9: Dainty Moran] patterns pay homage to Moranbyeongpung (Peony Screens), which were prominently featured in royal ceremonies and court rituals during the Joseon Dynasty, including ancestral rites at Jongmyo, weddings, and memorial services.

Spanning ten grand panels, these screens showcase a continuous arrangement of peony trees, exuding a sense of opulence and dignity. Inspired by their lush, layered blossoms and flourishing leaves, the P8 and P9 patterns have been reimagined through OUWR’s distinctive color palette and combinations, breathing new life into this timeless motif.

P7 : CHOCHOONG

The CHOCHOONG pattern is in homage to 'Poppy flower and Lizard' and 'Cockscomb flower and Beetle' from 'Chochoong-do' by Shin Saimdang(A female artist in Josun dynasty), which is well known as a simple theme, concise composition, delicate and feminine expression, and a fresh and yet Korean traditional sense of color. 'Chochoong do', which contains various meanings such as fertility, longevity, prosperity, and vitality in each of the eight paintings, is now reborn in homage with OUWR’s unique color combinations that gives a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

P8 : MORAN & P9 : DAINTY MORAN

Moran(牡丹) is a large flower and has a brilliant color, so in the East, it is the king of flowers and symbolizes the king, and has been known by nicknames such as the flower of wealth. ‘MORAN’ pattern is a pattern that pays homage to the peony folding screen (morando) that was used during major royal ceremonies and events such as Jongmyo Jerye, weddings, and ancestral rites during the Joseon Dynasty. Peony trees spread out in succession on a 10-panel large screen create a gorgeous and majestic atmosphere. The P8 and P9 pattern, which pays homage to peonies with layers of colorful flowers and sprouting leaves, has been reborn in a modern way through OUWR's unique colors and color combinations.