Cheongpung Valley by Jeong SeonJeong SeonNone

Ink
WallArt
Early Modern
Seokdang Museum of Dong-A University

This painting, Cheongpung Valley (Cheongpunggyedo), created by Jeong Seon, depicts the house of Kim Sang-yong, a renowned scholar-official of the mid-Joseon period, located in Cheongpung Valley, Baegaksan Mountain, Seoul. The work is widely regarded as a representative masterpiece of the Jingyeong style of landscape painting due to its well-balanced composition, strong aesthetic sensibility, effective use of ink and brush strokes to capture the emblematic details of the landscapes, brushstrokes full of energy and dynamism, and the use of light multi-color ink wash to lend vividness to the landscape. Jeong Seon left behind several paintings of the same valley under the same title, which are currently stored at the Korea University Museum, the National Museum of Korea, and various other institutions. Among them, this painting is generally regarded as the finest example of Jeong Seon’s art, particularly with regard to his technique of applying multiple layers of ink and linear strokes.

Jeong Seon (1676 – 1759)

Jeong Seon (Gyeomjae), a Korean landscape painter of the Joseon Dynasty, revolutionized art by prioritizing realism and capturing Korea's beauty with unparalleled detail—a true pioneer of 'true-view' painting.

Seokdang Museum of Dong-A University (Busan, South Korea)

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About this artwork

Title: Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon
Artist: Jeong Seon
Format: Landscape
Copyright status: Public domain
Where to see it: Seokdang Museum of Dong-A University
Period: Early Modern
Main color: Clay
Purpose: Cultural
Color hue: Ochre to Sepia

Questions & Answers

What medium is "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon" by Jeong Seon executed in?

The medium of "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon" by Jeong Seon is ink. Reproductions aim to render the appearance of this technique.

How is the color composition of "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon" by Jeong Seon built?

In "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon", a balanced contrast is paired with a unified palette harmony.

Which museum holds the original "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon"?

You can see the original "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon" at the Seokdang Museum of Dong-A University, Busan, South Korea.

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Which artist is "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon" attributed to?

"Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon" is attributed to Jeong Seon.

Which color stands out most in "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon"?

clay (#826b44) is the leading color of "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon" by Jeong Seon.

What does "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon" by Jeong Seon bring to an interior?

With its serene mood, "Cheongpung Valley by Jeong Seon" is suggested for a wellness center.