- Size：116x90cm
- Material：Painting on silk
- Year：2024
- Depiction： A man is holding an espresso coffee, and the top of his head is uniquely adorned with various flowers, including lilies, peonies, yellow roses (English roses), and orange roses. This piece is part of the "Hwaranchunseong" series, which translates to "the flourishing of spring in full bloom. First, let's explore the symbolic meaning of the lily. Lilies represent purity and unchanging love. Combined with the image of the man holding an espresso, it expresses the unchanging pure joy and love found in everyday life. Next, peonies symbolize bashfulness and elegance. These qualities of peonies add to the man's appearance, highlighting the hidden emotions and nobility within him. Though he may seem ordinary holding a cup of coffee, it hints at deep and elegant feelings within. Yellow roses, especially English roses, symbolize friendship, joy, and new beginnings. This emphasizes how an espresso can bring small joys and vitality to daily life, symbolizing hope and anticipation for new beginnings. Lastly, orange roses signify passion and desire. The intense passion and desire of orange roses blend with the flowers filling the man's head, reflecting his passionate attitude and deep emotions. It signifies that even in a simple moment of drinking coffee, one can feel the passion and desire for life. Seo Gi-hwan's "Espresso" poetically illustrates how small moments in daily life can be rich and meaningful through these various flowers. The theme "Hwaranchunseong" emphasizes the man's blooming emotions and prosperity in his daily life, highlighting that each moment in his life is beautiful and significant.