The Soul of Joseon: The Life and Vision of Yi Am In the heart of Seoul, during the transformative years of the late 15th century, a painter emerged whose brush would forever alter the landscape of Korean art. Born in 1499, Yi Am—often referred to as Lee Am—navigated a world of profound cultural shifts within the Joseon Dynasty. As a contemporary of the legendary Sin Saimdang, he occupied a prestigious position within the royal court, eventually earning the esteemed title of Duseongnyeong from the King. His life was not merely one of artistic pursuit but of deep integration into the very fabri…