<인현왕후전> 공간의 실증적 탐색

Abstract

This study empirically explores the space in <Inhyeonwanghujeon> through <Donggwoldo>, an old map, and the current location. Hereby, the purpose is to Clarify the character of <Inhyeonwanghujeon> and to understand the work in a deeper depth. The main spaces of <Inhyeonwanghujeon> are the buildings in Changdeokgung Palace and Changgyeonggung Palace, besides a separate palace and a residence outside the palace appear. The palace was damaged by the Japanese imperialism, making it difficult to verify empirically. But it can be estimated through <Donggwoldo>. The space outside the palace can be found even today by using record and old maps. Just like this, by empirically considering space, concretely understanding the space allows us to realistically grasp the events of the work. And because space contains both time and history in it, checking the space of a work can lead to an understanding of culture at the time beyond understanding the work. The empirical exploration of the space of <Inhyeonwanghujeon> functions as a way to reconstruct the personality of the work. Through these research methods, By confirming that fiction was added to the narrative, <Inhyeonwanghujeon> is the basis for clarifying the genre characteristic of a ‘silgisoseol’ created based on facts. Also, this method can be the basis for estimating the creation age and artist of the work through the space name. In addition to this, The empirical exploration of the space shown in the work shows the need for consolidation with other disciplines. It is meaningful in that it shows that an accurate understanding of the work is possible.