국립중앙박물관 NATIONAL MUSEUM OF KOREA

Highlights
Rubbed Copy of the Epitaph on the Monument for Uichon, the Most Reverend Priest at Yeongtongsa Temple
  • Nationality/Period

    Goryeo Dynasty

  • Materials

    Paper

  • Category

    Culture / Art - Letter & Paintings - rock engraving - inscription

  • Dimensions

    34.3x22.1cm

  • Accession Number

    Bongwan 2397

This is a rubbed copy of the monument erected to honor the accomplishments of Monk Uicheon (Daegak Guksa), the founder of the Cheontae Order of Korean Buddhism. The monument (Treasure No. 35 in North Korea) is located at the site of Yeongtongsa Temple in Gaeseong.