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Geumgangsan (Diamond Mountain)Joseon Dynasty (1392-1897), late 19th centuryA large 12-panel screen; ink and slight color on paper depicting the mountainous region and various famous sites, with identifying cartouches 50 1/8 x 14in (127.3 x 35.5cm), each image
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Exhibited:On loan to the Seattle Art Museum, October, 1997-October, 1998Since early times Geumgangsan, a 5,374 ft (1,638m) peak just north of the demilitarized zone on the Korean peninsula's east coast, has been regarded as a national symbol and admired for its spectacular scenery of more than 12,000 stone formations of weathered granite and diorite. The mountain's name varies with the seasons, Geumgang being its spring name; in summer it is known as Pongraesan, in reference to Penglai, the imaginary island of Chinese mythology, a place where spirits dwell. Geumgangsan has been celebrated in poetry throughout Korean history and became a favorite subject for painting during the eighteenth century thanks in large part to Jeong Seon (1676-1759), who helped to establish the conventions and contents of the Diamond Mountain painting tradition. This example highlights not only the natural beauty of the region, but also includes the many famous man-made sights in the vicinity. Highlights include Sanbulsa (Temple of the Three Buddas) (panel 3), Manpokdong Falls (panel 4), Guryongeon Pond (panel 6), Myogilsang Rock-Carved Buddha (panel 7), and Chongseokjeong Pavilion (panel 12).
