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Antique Korean Chest with Hand Carved Birds and Flowers

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Furniture: Pre 1940   item# 871983 (stock# 0349)

Antique Korean Chest with Hand Carved Birds and Flowers
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Korean Art and Antiques
917-675-1369


$2000 

Antique Korean Bandaji (Front Opening Chest) from Cholla with an exquisitely hand carved nature scene of auspicious Birds and Flowers, constructed of beautiful zelkova wood with swallowtail motif ironwork. The swallow is a symbol of beauty and pleasure in Korea. 32.5w x 29h x 15.75d inches, 82.5w x 74h x 40d cm.


Sickle Dance Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Paintings: Pre 1980   item# 936676 (stock# 0422)

Sickle Dance Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung
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Korean Art and Antiques
917-675-1369


$1200 

Sickle Dance Woodblock Print on Traditional Hanji Paper by Hong Sung Dam in 1982 (29 x 28 inches, 74 x 71 cm, including margins). Hong Sung Dam is a woodblock print artist who was a leader of the minjung, the peoples' political movement that arose from the ashes of the Gwangju Massacre where the Korean government slaughtered hundreds (some witnesses say thousands) of their own citizens in the streets in response to demonstrations in Gwangju. He was arrested in 1989, and suffered brutal torture in prison. He was released in 1992 after a three-year-long campaign by Amnesty International. After the subsequent democratization of Korea, Hong was commissioned by the government in 1996 to create the large (120 feet) Minjung Mural in Gwangju. Early minjung art is much sought after, and Hong Sung Dam is one of the most revered and acclaimed minjung artists. He donated much of his early work, so opportunities to buy are very infrequent (practically non-existent, actually). So we are very pleased to offer this rare collection of woodblock prints on traditional hanji paper by Hong Sung Dam that were created before his imprisonment, hidden from authorities by his friends, and donated to Amnesty International after their successful effort to get him released from prison. Own a piece of history and a beautiful work of art from a man who grew up in poverty (on the island of Haui) and illness (severe tuberculosis as a youth) to become an inspiring artist who gave his life to his art and his people.


Sword Dance Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Paintings: Pre 1980   item# 936680 (stock# 0423)

Sword Dance Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung
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Korean Art and Antiques
917-675-1369


$1200 

Sword Dance Woodblock Print on Traditional Hanji Paper by Hong Sung Dam in 1982 (28.5 x 28 inches, 72.5 x 71 cm, including margins). Hong Sung Dam is a woodblock print artist who was a leader of the minjung, the peoples' political movement that arose from the ashes of the Gwangju Massacre where the Korean government slaughtered hundreds (some witnesses say thousands) of their own citizens in the streets in response to demonstrations in Gwangju. He was arrested in 1989, and suffered brutal torture in prison. He was released in 1992 after a three-year-long campaign by Amnesty International. After the subsequent democratization of Korea, Hong was commissioned by the government in 1996 to create the large (120 feet) Minjung Mural in Gwangju. Early minjung art is much sought after, and Hong Sung Dam is one of the most revered and acclaimed minjung artists. He donated much of his early work, so opportunities to buy are very infrequent (practically non-existent, actually). So we are very pleased to offer this rare collection of woodblock prints on traditional hanji paper by Hong Sung Dam that were created before his imprisonment, hidden from authorities by his friends, and donated to Amnesty International after their successful effort to get him released from prison. Own a piece of history and a beautiful work of art from a man who grew up in poverty (on the island of Haui) and illness (severe tuberculosis as a youth) to become an inspiring artist who gave his life to his art and his people.


Four Seasons Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Paintings: Pre 1980   item# 936674 (stock# 0421)

Four Seasons Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung
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Korean Art and Antiques
917-675-1369


$1200 

Four Seasons Woodblock Print on Traditional Hanji Paper by Hong Sung Dam in 1982 (29 x 28.5 inches, 74 x 72.5 cm, including margins). Hong Sung Dam is a woodblock print artist who was a leader of the minjung, the peoples' political movement that arose from the ashes of the Gwangju Massacre where the Korean government slaughtered hundreds (some witnesses say thousands) of their own citizens in the streets in response to demonstrations in Gwangju. He was arrested in 1989, and suffered brutal torture in prison. He was released in 1992 after a three-year-long campaign by Amnesty International. After the subsequent democratization of Korea, Hong was commissioned by the government in 1996 to create the large (120 feet) Minjung Mural in Gwangju. Early minjung art is much sought after, and Hong Sung Dam is one of the most revered and acclaimed minjung artists. He donated much of his early work, so opportunities to buy are very infrequent (practically non-existent, actually). So we are very pleased to offer this rare collection of woodblock prints on traditional hanji paper by Hong Sung Dam that were created before his imprisonment, hidden from authorities by his friends, and donated to Amnesty International after their successful effort to get him released from prison. Own a piece of history and a beautiful work of art from a man who grew up in poverty (on the island of Haui) and illness (severe tuberculosis as a youth) to become an inspiring artist who gave his life to his art and his people.


New Life Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung Art

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Paintings: Pre 1980   item# 936670 (stock# 0420)

New Life Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung Art
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Korean Art and Antiques
917-675-1369


$900 

New Life Woodblock Print on Traditional Hanji Paper by Hong Sung Dam in 1982 (29 x 20 inches, 74 x 51 cm, including margins). Hong Sung Dam is a woodblock print artist who was a leader of the minjung, the peoples' political movement that arose from the ashes of the Gwangju Massacre where the Korean government slaughtered hundreds (some witnesses say thousands) of their own citizens in the streets in response to demonstrations in Gwangju. He was arrested in 1989, and suffered brutal torture in prison. He was released in 1992 after a three-year-long campaign by Amnesty International. After the subsequent democratization of Korea, Hong was commissioned by the government in 1996 to create the large (120 feet) Minjung Mural in Gwangju. Early minjung art is much sought after, and Hong Sung Dam is one of the most revered and acclaimed minjung artists. He donated much of his early work, so opportunities to buy are very infrequent (practically non-existent, actually). So we are very pleased to offer this rare collection of woodblock prints on traditional hanji paper by Hong Sung Dam that were created before his imprisonment, hidden from authorities by his friends, and donated to Amnesty International after their successful effort to get him released from prison. Own a piece of history and a beautiful work of art from a man who grew up in poverty (on the island of Haui) and illness (severe tuberculosis as a youth) to become an inspiring artist who gave his life to his art and his people.


Rare Korean Shaman's Fan Painting used for Home Rituals

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Paintings: Pre 1950   item# 803314 (stock# 0200)

Rare Korean Shaman's Fan Painting used for Home Rituals
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Korean Art and Antiques
917-675-1369


$900 

This Shaman's Fan Painting (Songsubuchae) is a rare piece that would have been used by the Mudang (Shaman) for rituals conducted in homes. The center figure is Amitabha Buddha (Korean: Amit Bul) Buddha flanked by his two disciples, Ananda (left) and Mahakasyapa (right). Ananda is the most attentive of Buddha's disciples and has the best memory. The preservation of many of Buddha's early teachings is attributed to Ananda's devoted retention. Mahakasyapa was chosen by Buddha as a disciple who truly understood him and who was worthy to be his successor. Buddha entrusted to Mahakasyapa the way which focuses on experience rather than scriptures or creeds. Next to them are Yongwang the Dragon God of the Sea and Sanshin the Mountain Spirit with a Tiger. The figures from the left are General Janggun who protects the Shaman from evil spirits, Daegam the foreman of the spirits of the home, and Kwan Ti the God of War stroking his beard. On the right we have the Shaman holding a ritual fan with Dodangsin the protector of the village on her left, and the Sun and Moon Spirits on her right. The seven stars represent the Sven Stars Spirit which comes from Taoism and is very important in the Korean Shaman's syncretic pantheon. The fan the Shaman is holding has a picture of the Sambul trinity who govern childbirth, life, and agriculture. This powerful painting is filled with potent figures and magical symbolism. Frame: 38 x 24 inches, 97 x 61 cm; Painting: 29 inches (74cm) across x 15 inches (38cm) high.


Fighting with Stones Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Paintings: Pre 1980   item# 936666 (stock# 0419)

Fighting with Stones Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam
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Korean Art and Antiques
917-675-1369


$900 

Fighting with Stones Woodblock Print on Traditional Hanji Paper by Hong Sung Dam in 1986 (28.5 x 19.5 inches, 72.5 x 49.5 cm, including margins). Hong Sung Dam is a woodblock print artist who was a leader of the minjung, the peoples' political movement that arose from the ashes of the Gwangju Massacre where the Korean government slaughtered hundreds (some witnesses say thousands) of their own citizens in the streets in response to demonstrations in Gwangju. He was arrested in 1989, and suffered brutal torture in prison. He was released in 1992 after a three-year-long campaign by Amnesty International. After the subsequent democratization of Korea, Hong was commissioned by the government in 1996 to create the large (120 feet) Minjung Mural in Gwangju. Early minjung art is much sought after, and Hong Sung Dam is one of the most revered and acclaimed minjung artists. He donated much of his early work, so opportunities to buy are very infrequent (practically non-existent, actually). So we are very pleased to offer this rare collection of woodblock prints on traditional hanji paper by Hong Sung Dam that were created before his imprisonment, hidden from authorities by his friends, and donated to Amnesty International after their successful effort to get him released from prison. Own a piece of history and a beautiful work of art from a man who grew up in poverty (on the island of Haui) and illness (severe tuberculosis as a youth) to become an inspiring artist who gave his life to his art and his people.


Maitreya Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung Art

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Paintings: Pre 1980   item# 936121 (stock# 0416)

Maitreya Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung Art
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Korean Art and Antiques
917-675-1369


$600 

Maitreya Woodblock Print on Traditional Hanji Paper by Hong Sung Dam in 1982 (21 x 14.5 inches, 53.5 x 37 cm, including margins). Hong Sung Dam is a woodblock print artist who was a leader of the minjung, the peoples' political movement that arose from the ashes of the Gwangju Massacre where the Korean government slaughtered hundreds (some witnesses say thousands) of their own citizens in the streets in response to demonstrations in Gwangju. He was arrested in 1989, and suffered brutal torture in prison. He was released in 1992 after a three-year-long campaign by Amnesty International. After the subsequent democratization of Korea, Hong was commissioned by the government in 1996 to create the large (120 feet) Minjung Mural in Gwangju. Early minjung art is much sought after, and Hong Sung Dam is one of the most revered and acclaimed minjung artists. He donated much of his early work, so opportunities to buy are very infrequent (practically non-existent, actually). So we are very pleased to offer this rare collection of woodblock prints on traditional hanji paper by Hong Sung Dam that were created before his imprisonment, hidden from authorities by his friends, and donated to Amnesty International after their successful effort to get him released from prison. Own a piece of history and a beautiful work of art from a man who grew up in poverty (on the island of Haui) and illness (severe tuberculosis as a youth) to become an inspiring artist who gave his life to his art and his people.


Sorceress Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung Art

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Paintings: Pre 1980   item# 936131 (stock# 0417)

Sorceress Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam, Minjung Art
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Korean Art and Antiques
917-675-1369


$600 

The Sorceress Woodblock Print on Traditional Hanji Paper by Hong Sung Dam in 1982 (19 x 14.5 inches, 48.5 x 37 cm, including margins). Hong Sung Dam is a woodblock print artist who was a leader of the minjung, the peoples' political movement that arose from the ashes of the Gwangju Massacre where the Korean government slaughtered hundreds (some witnesses say thousands) of their own citizens in the streets in response to demonstrations in Gwangju. He was arrested in 1989, and suffered brutal torture in prison. He was released in 1992 after a three-year-long campaign by Amnesty International. After the subsequent democratization of Korea, Hong was commissioned by the government in 1996 to create the large (120 feet) Minjung Mural in Gwangju. Early minjung art is much sought after, and Hong Sung Dam is one of the most revered and acclaimed minjung artists. He donated much of his early work, so opportunities to buy are very infrequent (practically non-existent, actually). So we are very pleased to offer this rare collection of woodblock prints on traditional hanji paper by Hong Sung Dam that were created before his imprisonment, hidden from authorities by his friends, and donated to Amnesty International after their successful effort to get him released from prison. Own a piece of history and a beautiful work of art from a man who grew up in poverty (on the island of Haui) and illness (severe tuberculosis as a youth) to become an inspiring artist who gave his life to his art and his people.


Wrestling Match Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam

Catalogue: Vintage Arts: Regional Art: Asian: Korean: Paintings: Pre 1980   item# 936134 (stock# 0418)

Wrestling Match Woodblock Print by Hong Sung Dam
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Korean Art and Antiques
917-675-1369


$600 

The Wrestling Match Woodblock Print on Traditional Hanji Paper by Hong Sung Dam in 1982 (18.5 x 15 inches, 47 x 38 cm, including margins). Hong Sung Dam is a woodblock print artist who was a leader of the minjung, the peoples' political movement that arose from the ashes of the Gwangju Massacre where the Korean government slaughtered hundreds (some witnesses say thousands) of their own citizens in the streets in response to demonstrations in Gwangju. He was arrested in 1989, and suffered brutal torture in prison. He was released in 1992 after a three-year-long campaign by Amnesty International. After the subsequent democratization of Korea, Hong was commissioned by the government in 1996 to create the large (120 feet) Minjung Mural in Gwangju. Early minjung art is much sought after, and Hong Sung Dam is one of the most revered and acclaimed minjung artists. He donated much of his early work, so opportunities to buy are very infrequent (practically non-existent, actually). So we are very pleased to offer this rare collection of woodblock prints on traditional hanji paper by Hong Sung Dam that were created before his imprisonment, hidden from authorities by his friends, and donated to Amnesty International after their successful effort to get him released from prison. Own a piece of history and a beautiful work of art from a man who grew up in poverty (on the island of Haui) and illness (severe tuberculosis as a youth) to become an inspiring artist who gave his life to his art and his people.

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