- Koguryo and Balhae
- Tokhung-ri Tomb
Koguryo and Balhae
| Title | Mountain-peak Patterns 02 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Mountain-peak patterns on the ceiling of the antechamber (eastern wall) 02
This is a detailed view of the mountain-peak patterns on the ceiling of the antechamber (eastern wall) in Tokhung-ri Tomb. High and low peaks connect to form an expansive mountain range. The extreme differences in the heights of the peaks exhibit the atmosphere of rugged terrain deep in the mountains. A mounted archer and a deer are depicted beyond the mountain range. The skilled Koguryo equestrian has overtaken the deer and is drawing his bow to take down his prey. The depiction of leafy green trees on the mountain ridge convey the energy of spring-time freshness. Although the level of technique may only be intermediate, this is a valuable example of Korea's early landscape paintings.