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The article discusses the 2012 Korea Bojagi Forum which was celebrated in several locations in Korea and featured keynote speaker and director of the Museum of Korean Embroidery Dr. Donghwa Hur, lectures by academics including professor Youngsoon Kim of Hongik University and workshops that ranged from making handmade paper brooches to a wedding bojagi.

The article focuses on Korean artist Haegue Yang. The article discusses Yang's installation "Approaching: Choreography Engineered in Never-Past Tense" at the 13th dOCUMENTA international art exhibition in Kassel, Germany from June 6 - September 12, 2012. The article discusses the history of Korean artists at dOCUMENTA, the theatrical performance "The Malady of Death" which Yang staged in collaboration with Staatstheater Kassel before the exhibition and Yang's use of venetian blinds in her art.

A review is offered for the gallery of Korean art at the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, England, which opened in December 1992.

The article discusses the artistic culture and history of the city of Tongyeong, South Korea. Formerly known as Chungmu, the city was the home of the late Korean artist Jeon Hyuck-lim. Visitors can study his paintings at the Jeon Hyuck Lim Museum of Art located on the site of the artist's former home. Tongyeong has also been home to other artists including the poet Yu Chi-hwan and the novelist Park Kyung-ni. The city's traditional crafts are also discussed.

A profile of Korean art historian and museum curator Choi Wan-soo is presented. Particular focus is paid to his work as curator at the Kansong Art Museum in Seoul, South Korea, where he has worked since 1966. In addition, the author discusses Choi's research as the preeminent scholar of Joseon dynasty painting and calligraphy.

The article reports on several spring 2011 auctions in New York City. At the Doyle New York's "Asian Works of Art" auction on March 21, 2011, a pair of 18th century huanghuali cabinets and a large Qing period eight-panel screen with carved jade was offered for sale. Christie's "Japanese and Korean Art" auction featured Kano Naizen's six-panel screens "Southern Barbarians Come to Trade" and the auction was able to sell 14,840,350 million U.S. dollars for the 74% of the 314 lots offered during the event.

The article describes the art pieces belonging to the Korean Collection at the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in Boston, Massachusetts. The collection began with those of Edward S. Morse, Ernest Fenellosa and William Sturgis Bigelow. A large part of the art pieces dates back from the Goryeo dynasty which was described as a period when Buddhist church was a dominant power. Masterpieces described include the Buddha figure with outstretched hands, the Descent of Tejaprabha Buddha, metal works such as the gilt-bronze container and lacquer sutra chest.

The article discusses contemporary art in North Korea, particularly that of artist Ryu Hwan-gi, who painted "Soldiers Longing for Return." The relationship between Communism and contemporary art is explored as is the effect of socialist-realist works of art on its viewers. The political aspects and symbolism of the painting is described, particularly the figure of the soldier.

The article reports on the results of Asian art auctions in New York City in September 2010. The art auction at Doyle New York consisted mostly of Chinese objects while the auction at Bonhams consisted of Japanese fine art. The total receipts, prices of major objects and number of lots are presented for various auctions including the auction of Japanese and Korean art during the Meiji period at Christie's and the auction of South Asian art at Sotheby's.

The article looks at the significance of the Korean artefacts donated by Ogita Etsuzo, director of the Japan-British Exhibition at the Great Exhibition of 1851 in Hyde Park, London, England, to the British Museum (BM). The artefacts at the exhibition consisted of 19th and early 20th century objects from the late Joseon dynasty and Greater Korean Empire. The pieces donated included a sword and a bow. The Korean objects on display at the BM Korea Foundation Gallery in 2010 are those which were once taken for granted.

The article examines the portrait of Prime Minister Chae Je-gong during the Joseon dynasty in the Korean collection of the British Museum (BM) in London, England. He is portrayed sitting on the floor in cross-legged position and wearing a light-pink flowing garment and a shaped black hat. It points out that hats and coats in men during the period signify social class. Another importance of the painting is the fact that it was created by Yi Myeong-gi, official portrait painter to King Jeongjo.

The article discusses the Korean art collection of British mining consultant William Gowland at the British Museum (BM) in London, England. An overview of the archaeological survey of the connections between the ancient culture of Korea and Japan conducted by Gowland in the late 19th century is offered. There are 480 Japanese and 50 Korean artefacts in the Gowland collection. BM keeper Sir August Wollaston Franks purchased most of the Korean items from Gowland and donated them to BM in 1889.

The article features Korean businessman Hahn Kwang-ho and his cooperation with the British Museum (BM) in London, England as one of the benefactors of its Korean collections. The monetary gift of the businessman to the BM in 1997 was used to create the Hahn Kwang-ho Purchase Fund for acquiring Korean art. Also noted is the use of his Tibetan Buddhist art collection in a BM exhibit in 2003. A 19th century ancestral shrine painting is said to be the most recent acquisition for the Korean collection in 2010.

The article profiles the Korean installation artist Lee Bul. It notes that Lee Bul works to convey her philosophical views including femininity, life, and existence with her installation works starting with theatrical and narrative space to create disabled cyborgs. It mentions her striking public performance in Korea in 1980 after she presented herself unconventionally to open the minds of people to liberation. It also states that Lee Bul's works could create confusion to the viewer momentarily.

The article examines certain aspects of contemporary art in South Korea. It looks at the current artistic development in the country. The article suggests that it is neither practical nor appropriate to discuss the different approaches in contemporary Korean art as a single entity. The article explores art works designed by various artists.

The article discusses the efforts of master craftsman Park Sung Kyu in reviving the art of chilpi, a process of coating leatherwares with lacquer, in Korea. The article examines the attempts of Park to revive the ancient tradition, which died off during the mid-Joseon Dynasty. Park explains the steps in creating a work of chilpi, and highlights some of Park's chilpi works.

The article profiles Choi Man-lin, a Korean sculpture who adopted Korean folk art to express his artistic talent. He rejected any form of categorization, sought to reveal the beauty of his works from the essence of calligraphy and forms that can express universal sentiments based on Eastern thought. He deepened his respect to human life as he uses it for his subject.

The article discusses the making of soban, a traditional personal dining table of Koreans, by Korean artist Lee In-se. It provides step-by-step instructions on how to make soban. In making, the table surface includes angled corners, along with elaborate carving of the legs and side panels. The small tray-table has double purpose of which as a tray for carrying food and a dining table.

The article details an interview with Korean artist Lee Jong-sang. It discusses the academic achievement of Lee as well as his contributions and success to Korea's contemporary art over the past 50 years. It notes that Lee has used the canvas throughout his career to express his belief that art exists within a historical context, based on a well-grounded philosophy.

The article reports on the opening of a Korea Gallery, an exhibition area dedicated to the display of Korean cultural relics and artifacts, at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington D.C. on June 7, 2007. The gallery area includes 100 square meters of exhibition space and an additional 60 square meters for the display of contemporary Korean art.

The article offers information on several art exhibitions for 2007 including "New Acquisitions" to be held in New York from March 10 to April 10, "Early Chinese Buddhist Sculpture” to be held in Throckmorton, England from March 15 to April 14, and "Divided Domains: Art of Korea's Inner Quarters” to be held in New York from March 17-31.

Focuses on the movable metal type of Korea, which was used to print the Jikji, the oldest text extant in the world. Information on the casting methods used to create movable metal type; Significance of movable type printing; Comparison of the Korean movable metal type with the movable metal type of Germany.

Features Korean artist Park Soo-Keun and his paintings in commemoration of the second anniversary of the Park Soo-Keun Museum. Description of the Two Seated Men painting; Devotion of Park to engraving; Impact of his cataracts and loss of sight of one eye on his drawings.

Features Korean craftsman Jang Ju-won and his dedication to jadecraft. Background of Jang on jadecraft; Use of a special silk-thread cutter by Jang to carve his creations; Efforts of Jang to ensure that his diligent work ethic is evident in each of his creations.

Provides an overview of the variety of art exhibitions and festivals being held in South Korea, featuring the manner of artistic expression. Role of Gwangju Biennale art festival in upgrading the status of Korean art and culture; Theme of the first Busan Biennale presented from September 15, 2002 to November 17, 2002; Events during the first international biennale of media art in Seoul; Aim of the Cheongju International Craft Biennale inaugurated in 1999.

Reviews the "Centennial Celebration Exhibition" of Korean painter Lee Ungno, at the National Museum of Contemporary Art in South Korea from November 3, 2004 to February 13, 2005.

Explains the process and artistic dedication required in metal inlay, a traditional handicraft technique used to embellish metalware items with decorative patterns, mastered by Korean artist Hong Jung-sil. Features of Korean metal inlay; Background of the development of interest of Hong Jung-sil to metal inlay; Two main ipsa techniques involved in metal inlay; Concern of Hong Jung-sil on the maintenance of the traditions of the art.

Focuses on the Leeum Samsung Museum of Art, opened by Samsung Foundation of Culture on October 13, 2004 in Seoul, South Korea, representing contemporary art works. Three components of the museum complex; Role of the foundation on the development of art and culture in the country; Painting styles of artists Lee Sang-beom and Byun Kwan-sik whose works are exhibited in the museum; Architecture of the exhibition space of the museum.

Details the use of viewer-participant system in the organization of the fifth Gwangju Biennale arts festival, held from October 8, 2004 to November 13, 2004 in South Korea. Theme of the arts festival; Description of its exhibition space in the festival; Four sites in the arts festival reflecting the daily life of Gwangju residents; Drawbacks of the viewer-participant system; Benefits of the system to viewer-participants and artists.

The article discusses the artist Paik Name June who is known for his video art creations. The video art that he creates gives electronic media varying human characteristics. The author explains that the video art is exploring relationships between the human spirit and the world. The article further discusses the themes Paik includes in his work which include religion and humanity.

The article looks at the work of Korean photographer Koo Bohn-chang. The author describes several of Koo's photographic collections and explains that Koo has long been known for using photographs to convey his thoughts of life and death. Koo has moved to photographing images of masks to convey his messages.

The article discusses modern Korean installation art. The author reports that installation art is not restricted to any concept, that it utilizes multimedia applications, and that it is used by many types of artists. The author claims that Korean Jheon Soo-cheon is one of the most productive installation artists.

The article focuses on the collection of artworks that are displayed at the new Yu Kil-Chun Gallery of Korean Art and Culture at the Peabody Essex Museum in Salem, Massachusetts. It states that Edward S. Morse, director of the museum, since 1880, is the one responsible for the origins of the collection. The museum is also presented with family memorabilia from the descendants of Protestant missionaries Reverend and Mrs. Edward C. Pauling.

The article profiles the career of Korean engraving artist Kim Cheol-ju. His technique of decorating metal surfaces using small hammers and chisels is discussed. He learned his craft from his father Kim Jeong-seop. He says the most difficult form of engraving is inlay on gourd-shaped bottles or incense burners.

The article presents an interview with Korean artist Lim Ok-sang. He describes attending the Angouleme Art School in France. He talks about his painting "A Modern History of Africa" which was approved by the Acedémie Francasise and exhibited in the U.S. He discusses what it is like to work with different mediums such as clay, iron and paper.

Relates the experience of the author on being a curator for Korean art exhibitions. Complexity of the responsibilities of a curator; Efforts of the author to understand the purpose of the Korean exhibit; Details on the author's initiative to learn the Korean culture.

This article reports on the life and work of Korean painter Kim Hong-do in the 18th century. The article also discusses collections of Kim's work in albums such as "Danwon's Genre Painting Album" and several of his important pieces, including "Three Gentlemen in Retirement" and "From Birth to Death." Information is also provided on the Joseon Dynasty between 1392 and 1910.

The article introduces the ceramic art of Korean artist Sangho Shin. His humble beginnings as a student at Sukwangi, Yichon and Hakdong, Ryojoo, Korea, influenced his later career as he had access to only classical earthenware kilns rather than more modern electric and gas kilns. After a brief stay in the U.S. as a professor in Connecticut, critics feared that his sense of individuality may have been lost. However, his critics were silenced by several exhibitions of his most celebrated works involving Bunchung ware. The artist's highly experimental use of this ancient art has brought him distinction and recognition.

This article reports on the importance of art galleries as a forum for artists and their role in the Korean art community and culture. The article discusses the art community's depression in terms of declines in exhibition planning, art sales, and venues. Information is provided on the 15 galleries open in Seoul, South Korea, including the Gallery Hyundai and the Galerie Bhak.

This article reports on art galleries and exhibitions in Korea. The article discusses how the art market in Korea has been affected by globalization in the 21st century and how it is adopting new practices to remain relevant in a period of rapid growth. The article also describes the earliest Korean art galleries between 1392 and 1910, as well as art education in the country.

The article provides information on art auctions held in New York in autumn 2001. Many international dealers from Europe and Asia came to The Falk Collection II: Chinese and Japanese Works of Art auction held at Christie's on October 15. The total sales at Sotheby's Chinese Works of Art auction on October 17 reached $3,716,560 for the 297 lots offered. It notes the disappointing result of the Japanese and Korean Works of Art sale at Sotheby's on October 16.

The article discusses the work of artist Kim Hyeon-hui, who specializes in the traditional art of bojagi. Bojagi are made from scraps of fabric and were often used as a covering or wrapping for items, particularly wedding gifts, because they are traditionally associated with good fortune. Bojagi would be considered either gungbo or minbo depending on the class of person who made or used it.

The article discusses the Korea Foundation Gallery located in the British Museum in London, England. The gallery opened in November 2000, the article indicates, replacing the space formerly used by the British Library. The article describes the location of the gallery as being near the galleries for Chinese, Indian, and Japanese art. The contents of the gallery are detailed.

The article discusses the opening of the Korean gallery within the National Museum of Asian Arts-Guimet in Paris, France. The sponsors of the Korean gallery are detailed including the Korea Foundation and Samsung Electronics. Statistics are given indicating the size of the gallery. The article indicates that the gallery is located between galleries dedicated to China and Japan. The contents of the Korean gallery are described.

The article reports on the Insa-dong district of Seoul, Korea. This district has become famous for displays of traditional Korean culture and as a destination for foreign tourists. There are art galleries and traditional art objects for sale on the streets as well as rare and old books. The galleries and access to traditional art started in 1971 with the Gallery Hyundai.

The article discusses the culture of North Korea in South Korea. Due to the confrontation between North and South Korea there was been no access to North Korea's culture until 2000. Scholars working with Korean art were only allowed access to photographs of relics and such located in North Korea and so were unable to appropriately appreciate the works.