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Shin Wui

1769 – 1845

Joseon dynasty painter

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About Shin Wui

Lived 1769 – 1845 (aged 75–76). Shin Wui was a Korean painter and calligrapher.

Sin Wi (, 1769 – 1847?), art names Jaha or Gyeongsudang , was a scholar official of the late Joseon period as well as an amateur-painter in the literati artistic style.

Life and legacy Born in Pyeongsan, he was attached to the embassy sent to China in 1813. He met Feng Fangkang (1733–1818), an authority in inscriptions on stone and bronze. Following the death of Crown Prince Hyomyeong in 1830, he was sent to exile, but later recalled. He was a progressive thinker, involved in the Sirhak movement.

His painting shows the influence of his teacher Kang Sehwang (1713–1791), and he was also a follower of Yun Sun (1680–1741).

He was well-renowned as a painter of bamboo. His landscape style has been described as simple but effective, as was his calligraphy.

Gallery

Sin Wi left works in various fields such as paintings, calligraphy and poetry.

The Korean Copyright Commission lists 18 paintings, 48 calligraphies, 7 moldings and 17 documents for Sin Wi, while Towooart gives a short notice.

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Important facts

Born
1769
Birth century
Died
1845, Seoul
Nationality
Also known as
Hansu, Chacha, Sin Wi

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Shin Wui?

Joseon dynasty painter (1769-1847)

When was Shin Wui born?

Shin Wui was born in 1769.

When did Shin Wui die?

Shin Wui died in 1845 in Seoul.

What was Shin Wui's occupation?

Shin Wui was a painter and calligrapher.

What nationality was Shin Wui?

Shin Wui was Korean.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Shin Wui

· Wikidata: Q7497233

· DBpedia: Sin Wi

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