Portrait of Joseonhugi Munin

Basic information

Designation

Treasure No.1498

Category

Painting

Era

18세기말

Designated year

2006

Location

남구, 부산광역시— 부산광역시 남구

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This nameless scholar’s portrait shows remarkable skill in conveying the subject’s inner character through the delicate expression on his face and downcast eyes. The old scholar is dressed in a pink everyday robe and seated on a decorative rush mat, in a four-fifths view from left. The folds of the robe are expressed with light ink lines accompanied by thin color washes. The vertical seams running down from the chest are slightly bent to suggest plumpness around the abdomen. It is noteworthy that the man sits on a cushion covered with a tiger skin. This is considered to be an outstanding work successfully representing the portrait style of the late 18th century. The scroll mounting is also preserved in its original condition.