Portrait of Sin Sukju (1417-1475) (may 19, 1475 BC – jul 29, 1417 BC)
Description:
15th century CEHanging scroll (ink and color on silk)
Imperial Bureau of Painting
Portrait to honor Korean emperor Sin Sukju
Followed a formulaic way of portrait painting:
Full view
Head slightly turned
Angular lines
Soft gradations
Shown wearing his rank insignia (pair of peacocks)
Added to timeline:
Date:
may 19, 1475 BC
jul 29, 1417 BC
~ 57 years