繪畵를 통한 疏通 : 새로운 맥락으로 보는 韓日繪畫交流(Ⅰ) − 일본 다이묘(大名)가 소장한 조선그림 −

Abstract

In this article several paintings considered valuable in the history of Korean art, owned by daimyo families in Japan, will be discussed in their historical context. An account will be given of their introduction to Japan and their significance in Korean art history. The following paintings achieve a high standard, are well preserved, and have critical meaning in Korean art history that has not been acknowledged; “Four Season Landscape” in the first half of the 16th century in possession of the Mori family, “Dragon & Tiger” in the early 17th century in possession of the Kitkawa family, Choe Myoungryong’s “Summer Landscape” in the middle of the 17th century owned by Maeda family, and lastly, “Animal Paintings” in the middle of the 17th century presented to Japan by the king of Joseon dynasty. This research aims to identify the accounts for imported Korean paintings in Japan and lay the ground work for a restitution and utilization. In addition, the significant paintings, previously unknown in Korean art history, will be excavated providing further insight on current academic debates. These distinguished daimyo families possessing the paintings had an intimate relationship with Joseon dynasty. They shared a common connection with Joseon, for instance, sending troops during the Japanese invasion in 1592, having taste and interest in the Korean art, and occasionally purchasing products and collecting Korean art works. It is evidenced through these instances that many Korean paintings in Japan were imported before and during the Japanese Invasion or conveyed by Korean envoys sent to Japan, through both an official and private exchanges. As discussed above, identifying the history of transmission, the date of paintings, and their art-historical importance of Korean paintings in Japan will be carefully considered in seeking ways of restitution and utilization afterward.