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Sungnye Gate (Gate of Respecting Propriety)

Sungnye Gate (Gate of Respecting Propriety)

PhotographsKorean19th century

Sungnye Gate (Gate of Respecting Propriety)

c. 1857-1874

Description

This photograph represents the great South gate of Seoul; called Sung-nye-mun (Gate of Respecting Propriety) in Chosŏn times, it is called Nam-dae-mun (Great South Gate) today. The sign on the gate reads Sung-nye-mun, identifying the gate. Figures walk on the broad boulevard in the foreground, which is bordered by houses with thatched roofs.

Classification

Photographs

Technique

Albumen silver print

Medium

Albumen silver print

Culture

Korean

Period

Chosŏn dynasty, 1392-1910

Century

19th century

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 9.9 x W. 13.9 cm (3 7/8 x 5 1/2 in.)

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