Iullyongjanggun Portrait

This is a portrait of General Yi Un-ryong (1562-1610), a military official of the mid-Joseon period. A man accomplished in both letters and arms, he served as a subordinate general to Yi Sun-sin during the Japanese invasions of Korea and won many battles, later holding posts such as Chief of the Capital Police Bureau and Provincial Army Commander. The portrait appears to have been painted at royal command when he was named a meritorious subject in 1604, the 37th year of King Seonjo. The tiger-pattern rank badge on the chest of his official robes and the gilt belt he wears indicate that his official rank at the time he was so honoured was the junior second grade. It is one of the works typifying mid-Joseon portraits of meritorious subjects, conveying a solemn yet dignified air. The portrait is preserved at Sangchungsa Shrine, built at the general's birthplace in Myeongdae-ri, Maejeon-myeon.

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Where it is

Region

Cheongdo, Gyeongbuk

Designation

Provincial Tangible Heritage · 시도유형문화유산