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, e…