Characteristics of Space and Decoration in the Main Halls of Changdeokgung Palace in Modern Period of Korea

Changdeokgung Palace Complex underwent significant transformations during Korea's modern period, blending traditional and foreign influences under political pressures. The study reveals that the palace's main halls—Injeongjeon, Seonjeongjeon, and Daejojeon—were adapted to reflect forced modernity, incorporating Japanese industrial crafts, European Japonisme furniture, and Qing-style Peranakan elements, while retaining traditional court paintings. This fusion of styles, driven by Japan’s colonial intentions in the early 20th century, created a unique hybrid aesthetic that merged cultural diversity with political necessity. The research highlights how these changes laid the foundation for modern craftsmanship, even amid occupation, demonstrating Korea's adaptive capacity during a turbulent era.

Cho, S. (2022). Characteristics of Space and Decoration in the Main Halls of Changdeokgung Palace in Modern Period of Korea. Korean Journal of Art History, 315, 213–244. https://doi.org/10.31065/kjah.315.202209.007