<금방울전>의 인물 형상화 방식 고찰 - 색채의 부여와 표현을 중심으로

Abstract

Geumbanguljeon is a literature piece that centers on the reincarnated protagonist, who tries to maintain the relationship from the past life. Geumbangul helps key characters with her mysterious powers that were gifted from the heaven to accomplish her purpose of current life. By focusing on the styles of characterization of the figures in the story, the use of expressions related to color becomes prominent. First the use of color is used to emphasize the character’s heroism. When Geumbangul demonstrates heroic actions and values, the color gold is described. Moreover, there is a detailed description of gods dressed in vividly colored clothing appointing Geumbangul with holy gifts. Moreover, the description of color used to characterize the monster, a subject of elimination, intensified the treacherous aspects of it, allowing Geumbangul’s heroism to be more salient in reflection. Secondly, the hiding of color transfers heroism of characters. With Geumbangul’s effort, the gloomy life of Haeryong and other key characters encounters a changing moment. As Haeryong realizes and embodies its heroism, color is no longer used to describe Geumbangul. In the description of Haeryong as the hero that protects the nation and his heroic deeds, description of color is not used. As the color is no longer used as an expression, it implies that the heroic status has transferred from Geumbangul to Haeryong. Third, the heroic finish is accomplished by calling the audience’s attention on the visualized materials. As the story employing visualization and vivid description to characterize the figures, the audiences are captivated by the colors. The picture scroll(the hanging picture) is a visualized media that relays messages from each side for Geumbangul, who cannot engage in verbal expressions. The layout of these picture scrolls are designed to solve a problem at once when they are put together, implying that the union of family is the final quest of the hero. Fourth, the use and focus on the color enabled effective delivery of the theme. The expression of color characterized a female heroine, as well as allowing narrative attention on specific topics. Indeed, it allows even the depiction of the story of an active, self-driven female who paves her own path.