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Seowangmo, detail from The Banquet of Seowangmo, c. 1800 (ink, color and gold on silk)

Seowangmo, detail from The Banquet of Seowangmo, c. 1800 (ink, color and gold on silk)


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Seowangmo, detail from The Banquet of Seowangmo, c. 1800 (ink, color and gold on silk)

3432764 Seowangmo, detail from The Banquet of Seowangmo, c.1800 (ink, color and gold on silk) by Korean School; Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA; (add.info.: Eight-panel screen illustrating the legendary banquet that Seowangmo (Xiwangmu, the Queen Mother of the West) held for the immortals around Jasper Lake, known as yojiyeon in Korea.
She (female yin) and her consort Dongwanggong (masculine yang energy) are enthroned by the lake in the middle of a garden terrace surrounded by peach trees for a celebration of the ripening fruit held every 3000 years.); Korean, out of copyright

Media ID 18260791

© Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA, USA / Bridgeman Images

Attendants Cosmology Daoist Far East Far Eastern Feast Gods Harmonious Harmony Joseon Korea Korean Maidens Peaches Philosopy Seoul Taoism Taoist Theology Yang Yin And Yang Xiwangmu


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This print showcases a mesmerizing detail from "The Banquet of Seowangmo" a remarkable eight-panel screen created by the Korean School around 1800. The artwork, housed in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, transports viewers into the realm of mythology and spirituality. At its core, this masterpiece illustrates an extraordinary feast hosted by Seowangmo, also known as Xiwangmu or the Queen Mother of the West. Set against the enchanting backdrop of Jasper Lake (yojiyeon), she and her consort Dongwanggong exude divine authority as they sit enthroned amidst a lush garden terrace adorned with peach trees. Every 3000 years, this celestial celebration takes place to honor the ripening fruit. The symbolism behind this gathering is deeply rooted in Taoist philosophy and cosmology, representing harmony between yin and yang energies. As attendees revel in this harmonious atmosphere, immortality seems within reach. The painting's intricate details showcase not only Seowangmo's regal presence but also her attendants – goddesses and maidens who contribute to the ethereal ambiance surrounding them. This visual narrative invites us to delve into Korean religious legends while exploring themes such as courtly life, theology, and spirituality. Through its vibrant colors enhanced with gold accents on silk fabric, this print captures both the grandeur of palace life and Far Eastern aesthetics. It serves as a window into ancient traditions that continue to inspire awe today—reminding us that art has always been a gateway to understanding different cultures across time and space.

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