Portrait paintings of Joseon reflect Confucian standards

Great Korean portrait is different from other paintings because it is an art of immoral images of noble and the brave. The major portraits are mainly from the Joseon dynasty.

Portrait above is an art of "gisaeng", a traditional female courtesan.

A researcher, Cho has been related to the Joseon portraits. After a long period time of study Cho concludes Joseon portraits represents the respect of one's root and their ancestors because of the Confucian society. Meanwhile, her knowledge of Korea portrait have developed she thinks it is meaningful to study the art of Korea portraits.

As I look over the portraits of Joseon, it seems beautiful art and the combinations of the color are very impressive. When I see these wonderful portraits, I begin to have pride for my country.

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