高宗 2년(1865) 『壽進寶酌記』제작에 대한 一考察

Abstract

『Sujinbojak-gi』 is a precious document that describes a political aspect that new power structure focusing on Daewongun was established in the second year of Emperor Gojong (1865). In this thesis, the contents of 『Sujinbojak-gi』 are analyzed and, based on that, the purpose of 『Sujinbojak-gi』 is examined. 『Sujinbojak-gi』 is a name mark that celebrates to excavate a bronze ware under Sukgyung-ru in April, the second year of Emperor Gojong (1865). 『Sujinbojak-gi』 praises mainly Emperor Gojong and Daewongun and predicts a peaceful reign. It brings out the figure of Daewongun as a relative and emphasizes on Daewongun as an object that the king filial devotes, and appeals the aspect of Daewongun as a perfect leader with dignity and ability. As the time that Sujinbojak was found is the period that the king had proclaimed to rebuild Gyeongbokgung, there were many pros and cons presented concerning for rebuilding Gyeongbokgung. Rebuilding Gyeongbokgung could achieve two purposes that reinforced the moral justification of success of throne and established the political basis for Daewongun. As the project of rebuilding Gyeongbokgung could allow Daewongun to control political power and an foothold to command authority, he had to accomplish the project. In this moment, Sujinbojak was excavated and 『Sujinbojak-gi』 was produced and a prize was awarded quickly. 『Sujinbojak-gi』 implies the intention of Gojong and Daewongun that legitimized to rebuild Gyeongbokgung. Therefore, 『Sujinbojak-gi』 can be considered a device that justifies the success of throne for Gojong and increases the political status of Daewongun.