공예라는 전통과 캐논의 성립: 고미술과 미술공예

Abstract

This study examines the process of Korea’s acceptance of the concept of Art Craft through research on ancientremains and relices (朝鮮古蹟調査) and a series of projects undertaken by the Japanese Government-General ofKorea, and the traditions and canons of craft established in the process. Crafts defined in law referred to fineand exquisite techniques for creating antiques, or genres of art such as painting or sculpture. The Yi Royal FamilyMuseum and the Museum of the Japanese Government-General of Korea spearheaded the popularization of theterm “Mi-sul-gong-ye (Art Craft, 美術工藝).” The artworks displayed in these two museums visually embodied pasttraditions. In general, the term “craft” was frequently used to refer to ancient art, and crafts specifically becametraditions to be protected and conserved by designation as legal treasures for display in museums. The establishmentof traditions and canons of craft exerted a great influence on crafts produced during this era. The cultural policiesand imperial tastes of Japan played a crucial role in this process. In previous research, scholars divided the concept of craft in the modern era into two categories: industrial craftand art craft. However the so-called “art craft” is not a homogeneous category. It includes both ancient art (antiques)and the pieces made in modern age. Ancient art became canonized and the basis of contemporary production. Moreover, features of contemporary craft were diverse. By subdividing concepts of art and crafts, which havehitherto been discussed collectively, this study will serve as groundwork for accurately understanding “inventedtraditions” and features of modern craft.