Korea & Joseon Dynasty Art
Korea & Joseon Dynasty Art In 1392 the Goryeo army took control of Korea and established the Joseon Dynasty. This dynasty was organized by Confucious principles and would last over 500 years ending in 1910! During the Joseon Dynasty, Korea saw an advancement in trade, literature, science, and technology. Even today the impact of the Joseon Dynasty can still be seen in Korea. In this blog I’ve chosen to display three art pieces made by Korean artists of the Joseon Dynasty. Each of these art pieces have been made with the medium of paint and share a glimpse into the everyday life of a Korean person during the Joseon Dynasty. Ssireum The painting “Ssireum” or “Wrestling” was painted by artist Kim Hong Do also known as Danwon (1745-1805?). The year that this painting was painted is unknown. But, this certainly doesn’t hinder the traditional wrestling matches that it captures of the late 1700’s and early 1800’s in Korea. I love all the characters in this painting! You ha