TEN JOYOUS OCCASIONS FROM THE LIFE OF KIM CHANG-JIP (1648-1722)

Description:

Korea, 19th c.
178,5 x 438 cm
Ten paintings, ink and colours on paper, mounted on a folding screen. This series of paintings illustrates ten stages in the life of Kim Chang-jip (1648-1722), from his birth through passing the state examination, his appointment as Yeonguijeong (Chief State Councillor during the Joseon Dynasty), his deeds in office, his wedding to a high birthday and a wedding anniversary. Dimensions of the paintings 125.5 x 31.5 cm each.
From an old German private collection, acquired in Korea in the 1970s - Minim. rest.