Highlights
"On the Way to a Market" from the Album of Genre Paintings by Kim Hong-do
- Nationality/Period
Joseon Dynasty
- Materials
Paper
- Author
Kim Hong-do(金弘道, 1745-after 1806)
- Category
Culture / Art - Letter & Paintings - Paintings - painting
- Dimensions
28.0x49.4cm(Image, Album)
- Designation
Treasure 527
- Accession Number
Bongwan 6504 - 21
This painting depicts a group of people on horseback rounding the skirt of a mountain on their way home. None of the animals has a load on its back, revealing that the merchants have sold out all the goods they took to market. The painting creates a pleasant and happy atmosphere, effectively reflecting good business at the market.