A Master of Korean Calligraphy
Yi Sam-man was a Korean calligrapher of the late Joseon period. Hailing from Jeonju, he was recognized for his distinctive yusucheje, or "running water" style, characterized by its flowing movement. His artistic legacy is preserved in works such as the Folding screen with Calligraphy (東宮玉帳山銘), created in 1830.
Legacy and Collections
The surviving works of this artist are held within the Hwajeong Museum, Seoul. His contributions to the calligraphic tradition of the era are represented by the following:
Questions & Answers
Is there a 3D virtual tour of Yi Sam-man's works?
A virtual visit is possible: the 3D Museum page of Yi Sam-man presents the artist's works in a three-dimensional gallery.
Can I explore Yi Sam-man's works by color spectrum?
The Spectral Index of Yi Sam-man is a page that organizes the artist's artworks by their colors.
How many artworks by Yi Sam-man are available to browse?
You can browse 8 artworks by Yi Sam-man on the All Artworks page.
How popular are Yi Sam-man's artworks?
Statistics about Yi Sam-man's works are available on the artist's Stats page.
