About Kang Hŭian
Lived 1417 – 1464 (aged 46–47). Kang Hŭian was a Korean poet and painter.
Kang Hŭian (; –1464), art name Injae, was a prominent scholar and painter of the early Joseon period. He was good at poetry, calligraphy, and painting. He entered royal service by passing gwageo in 1441 under the reign of king Sejong (1397–1418–1450).
Birth Uncertainty
Kang Hŭian and his younger brother Kang Hŭimaeng were the sons of Kang Sŏktŏk (1395–1459) and cousins of king Munjong (1414–1450–1452), King Sejo (1417 –1455–1468) and Grand Prince Anpyeong 이용 안평대군 (1418–1453), that were the first three sons of king Sejong.
Nevertheless, the year of birth of Kang Hŭian is unclear. Part of the references say 1417, part of them say 1419 ... None of these sources ever mention this discrepancy. Britannica specifies the more precise 1417(태종 17)~1464(세조 10).
Gallery
The Korean Copyright Commission lists five paintings for Kang Hŭian, while Towooart gives a short notice.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Kang Hŭian?
Early Joseon scholar and painter
When was Kang Hŭian born?
Kang Hŭian was born in 1417.
When did Kang Hŭian die?
Kang Hŭian died in 1464.
What was Kang Hŭian's occupation?
Kang Hŭian was a poet and painter.
What nationality was Kang Hŭian?
Kang Hŭian was Korean.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Kang Hŭian. https://biography.guide/kang-huian/
MLA: "Kang Hŭian." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/kang-huian/.
Chicago: "Kang Hŭian." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/kang-huian/.
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