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This book was originally written in Korean with the primary focus on reviewing the progress in stylistic development of Korean portrait painting through discussion of outstanding works representing each historical period. This English edition, compiled from the Korean version, is intended to introdu...
This book was originally written in Korean with the primary focus on reviewing the progress in stylistic development of Korean portrait painting through discussion of outstanding works representing each historical period. This English edition, compiled from the Korean version, is intended to introduce the essence of Korean portraiture tradition to foreign readers and researchers. To this end, the portraits of 50 prominent individuals have been selected based on the historical importance of the subjects as well as the artistic quality of their portraits.
돌베개의 『한국의 초상화: 형과 영의 예술』을 외국인들을 위해 영문판으로 펴냈다. 한국어판에서는 한국 독자들을 위해 초상화의 흐름과 대표적 작품들을 통해 그 시대적 변모와 양식적 특성을 살펴보는 데 주안점을 두었던 데 반해, 이 영문판에서는 외국의 연구가나 일반 독자들을 위해 새로운 조정이 필요하였다. 작품들을 선택하는 데서 ‘예술성’과 아울러 한국 역사상 그려진 인물이 지닌 중요도를 염두에 두고 한국어판에서 다루었던 작품 74점 가운데 50점만을 선정하여, 이를 중심으로 엮어나감으로써 한국 초상화의 정수를 보여주고자 시도하였다.
A typical Korean portrait would disclose the sitter’s social status, character and even his goal in life, if it is attentively studied and appreciated over a long time. This is due to the Korean portrait style’s capacity for faithful representation. Portraiture is a truly attractive genre of art because it enables us to face individuals from the past and understand them through their portraits.

- Cho Sun-mie
This book was originally written in Korean with the primary focus on reviewing the progress in stylistic development of Korean portrait painting through discussion of outstanding works representing each historical period. This English edition, compiled from the Korean version, is intended to introduce the essence of Korean portraiture tradition to foreign readers and researchers. To this end, the portraits of 50 prominent individuals have been selected based on the historical importance of the subjects as well as the artistic quality of their portraits.
This English edition carries great significance. The subjects of portraits discussed here are all important figures who left behind outstanding footprints in Korean history, and their portraits were created by prominent artists to mark significant occasions for the government, the royal household, private families or individuals. In this regard, this book will provide foreign readers with an opportunity to journey through Korean history to encounter historical figures in their natural element and observe the aesthetic sensibilities and artistic styles of different eras through concrete pictorial images. Thus they will gain experience of Korean culture in general and gradually enrich their knowledge and understanding of Korea.
이 책에 수록된 한국 초상화의 걸작들을 오랫동안 숙시(熟視)하고 음미한다면, 결국 그려진 대상인물(sitter)의 신분과 성정(性情), 나아가 그가 살면서 지향했던 삶의 지표마저 보는 이는 읽어낼 수 있으리라 본다. 이것은 한국 초상화가 지닌 충실한 재현력 때문으로 생각된다. 그리고 초상화 작품을 통해 역사 속의 한 인간을 마주하고 그를 이해할 수 있다는 것이야말로 초상 예술의 진정한 매력일 것이다.
-조선미
『한국의 초상화, 형과 영의 예술』은 원래 한국어판으로 쓰인 책으로, 2010년 한국국제교류재단의 지원을 받아 영문판으로 다시 출판하게 되었다. 한국어판에서는 한국 독자들을 위해 초상화의 흐름과 대표적 작품들을 통해 그 시대적 변모와 양식적 특성을 살펴보는 데 주안점을 두었던 데 반해, 이 영문판에서는 외국의 연구가나 일반 독자들을 위해 새로운 조정이 필요하였다. 작품들을 선택하는 데서 ‘예술성’과 아울러 한국 역사상 그려진 인물이 지닌 중요도를 염두에 두고 한국어판에서 다루었던 작품 74점 가운데 50점만을 선정하여, 이를 중심으로 엮어나감으로써 한국 초상화의 정수를 보여주고자 시도하였다.
이 영문판 책은 큰 의미를 지닌다. 여기서 다루어진 초상화의 주인공들은 한국 역사에 큰 족적을 남긴 인물들이며, 초상화가들은 한국미술사의 대표 작가들이다. 이들 초상화가 그려지게 된 동인(動因) 또한 조정이나 왕실, 문중이나 개인에게 각기 주목할 만한 의의를 지니고 있다. 따라서 외국의 독자들은 이 책에 수록된 초상화 작품들을 음미하면서 한국의 역사 속으로 자연스럽게 들어와 이들과 조우하고, 초상화라는 ‘구체상’(具體相)을 통해 당시의 시대 미관과 미술양식을 살필 수 있을 것이다. 이것은 한국문화 전반에 대한 경험이 될 것이며, 결국 한 걸음 한 걸음 한국으로 다가오는 뜻깊은 계기가 될 것이라 기대된다.

목차
Foreword
Korean Portraits: The Art of Forms and Images
Chapter I: Portraits of Kings
King Taejo of Joseon: Dynastic Founder with a Majestic Aura
Prince Yeoning: Shadowed by Insecurity and Intrigue
King Yeongjo: Strong Royal Power through Principled Rule
King Cheoljong: Powerless Pawn in Gorgeous Uniform
King Gojong: Emperor, Briefly, of a Nation in Distress

Chapter II: Portraits of the Literati
An Hyang: Forefather of Korean Neo-Confucianism
Yi Saek: Gentle Image of a Noble Scholar
Choe Deok-ji: A Literary Man of Lofty Virtue
Kim Si-seup: Passionate Poet of Otherworldly Genius
Yi Hyeon-bo: Confucian Scholar Portrayed in Buddhist Style
Heo Mok: Rustic Literati of Fierce Conviction
Song Si-yeol: Scholar and Statesman of Turbulent Career
Nam Gu-man: Frontal View and Shading Technique
Yun Jeung: A Compelling Sense of Presence
Yun Du-seo: Self-Portrait of Powerful Realism
Jo Yeong-bok: Sibling’s Portrayal of a Literati’s Mind
Yi Sam: Sturdy Image of a Military Officer
Jeon Il-sang: A Classy Landscape Portrait
Yi Gwang-sa: Master Calligrapher Depicted in Exile
Im Mae: Scholar with His Books and Antiques
Kang Se-hwang: Images of a Prolific Painter and Art Critic
Yi Chang-un: Distinguished Military and Civil Service
Chae Je-gong: The King’s Favorite Minister
O Jae-sun: Masterpiece by a Master Portraitist
Yi Chae: Ideal Image of a Joseon Confucian Scholar
Three Jo Brothers: A Rare Group Portrait of Siblings
Kim Jeong-hui: Images of Influential Arts Guru
Heo Jeon: Impeccable Portrayal of Old Scholar
Yi Yu-won: Art-Savvy Nobleman of Late Joseon
Yi Ha-eung: Colorful Images of Charismatic Regent
Choe Ik-hyeon: A Brave and Righteous Patriot
Jeon Woo: Masterful Work of a Famed Portraitist
Hwang Hyeon : A Tragic Patriot’s Posthumous Image

Chapter III: Portraits of Meritorious Subjects
Yi Cheon-u: A Meritorious Retainer of Early Joseon
Shin Suk-ju: The Oldest Portrait with a Chest Emblem
Yu Suk: Sole Surviving Portrait of the 1613 Purge
Yi Seong-yun: Portrait and Citation Survive Banishment
Yi Jung-no: Exemplar of Loyalty and Bravery
Kim Seok-ju: Intent Frontal Gaze in Chinese Style
O Myeong-hang: The Last Image of a Meritorious Retainer

Chapter IV: Portraits of Senior Officials
Gwon Dae-un: A Memento of Royal Gifts
Fraternity Album of Senior Officials
Album of Felicitous Meetings of Senior Officials

Chapter V: Portraits of Women
Lady Yi: Rare Example of Old-style Couple’s Portrait
Gyewolhyang: Martyred Joseon Beauty and Patriot
Unnangja: Portrait of Faithful Gisaeng as Madonna

Chapter VI: Portraits of Eminent Buddhist Monks
National Preceptor Gakjin: A Rare Monk’s Image of Late Goryeo
Great Master Hakjo: A Pensive Monk’s Inner Character
Great Master Samyeong: A Revered Patriot Warrior
Great Master Hwadam: Imposing Posture and Piercing Gaze
Glossary and Index
chronological table of Korean Portraits