National Museum of Korea showcases historic Joseon-era peony folding screen

[Treasures from National Museum of Korea] Peonies on 10-panel folding screen

Period: Joseon era Dimensions: 145.0 × 58.0 cm (Each panel, folding screen) Peonies, admired for their large blossoms and brilliant colors, have long been known as the "king of flowers" and the "flower of wealth," symbolizing royalty, prosperity and nobility. A popular motif throughout the Joseon era, peonies became increasingly prominent in late Joseon paintings, often appearing without accompanying birds or plants and with fuller, more luxuriant blossoms. At the royal court, peony folding scre

By The Korea Herald