몽골의 공예에 나타난 오갈즈(Ugalz) 문양디자인의 상징성 - 한국의 소용돌이 문양디자인(渦紋, 蕨手紋)과의 비교를 중심으로 -

Abstract

This study compared the northern nomadic culture and traditional Ugalz pattern design process and the symbolism of the historical development of Mongolia with Volute pattern design of Korea. Ugalz pattern design has been shaped by images from prehistoric animals. It appeared as a decorative horn pattern in Bronze Age, more formalized in Iron Age and Bronze Age. It was more clear in Turkic period, and was developed into the typical pattern in the period of Mongol Empire. Since then, it was expanded to all sectors of the Mongolian culture and art, shown as modern and diverse designs. Ugalz pattern design, especially shown in Mongolia's craft, has Ugalz national sentiment and religious ceremonies for centuries, reflecting a deep and unique decorative elements. Ugalz patterns design can be divided into the horn pattern and nose pattern which is a lucky pattern. It has symbolic meaning such as peace life, beauty, happiness, magnificence, the rights, powers, protection and prosperity of cattle, longevity, and volute. Also, a Volute pattern design of Korea have symbolic meanings. For example, natural images like water, swirl, waves of the Line, winds, clouds, ferns and plants, whirlwinds and symbolic meanings like the infinite universe, the majesty, permanence, longevity, and beauty. A Volute pattern design of Korea is represented to the 短甲 of the Kaya and the shoulder of animal pattern in the Bronze Age, temple bell of the Goryo Dynasty, and ceramics of the Chosun Dynasty. Therefore, Mongolia Ugalz pattern design and the Volute pattern design of South Korea are very similar to each other in the shape and symbol. It is importance data that we know the possibility of mutual exchange of culture and art between Mongolia and Korea historically.