INTRODUCING 36 BEAUTIFUL MASTERPIECES OF KOREAN ART FROM THE RARE EXHIBITS HELD TWICE A YEAR AT KANSONG ART MUSEUM

Kansong Art Museum, housing the priceless collection of national treasures gathered by the late Kansong Jeon Hyung-Pil, is a true treasure trove of Korean heritage. During the exhibitions held only twice a year, the museum attracts visitors who line up for hours to admire the rare pieces. For this book, Back In-san, who has dedicated 24 years to researching and preserving art at Kansong Art Museum, carefully selected 36 ancient paintings from the museum’s extensive archive of over 1,000 works. These paintings, which reflect the culture, art, and spirit of the Joseon dynasty, are accompanied by Back’s insightful commentary, which transforms readers to appreciate the historical masterpieces in a more intellectual manner.