국립중앙박물관 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF KOREA

Highlights
Album of King Jeongjo's Letters to Hong Nak-im
  • Nationality/Period

    Joseon Dynasty

  • Materials

    Silk Fabric - Silk

  • Category

    Culture / Art - Letter & Paintings - Character - King's handwriting

  • Dimensions

    47.2x71.5cm

  • Accession Number

    Sinsu 12401

This is a collection of calligraphic works by King Jeongjo (r. 1752-1800) written in 1799 and 1800. Its cover is made of a blue silk fabric adorned with a double dragon design. King Jeongjo established a royal library called the Gyujanggak and strived to make the dynasty prosperous again. He left behind many poems, writings, and paintings.