Lost 18th-Century Buddhist Painting Returns to South Korea After 68 Years
A historic Buddhist painting, 'Siwangdo', has been returned to South Korea after 68 years. The artwork, created during the Joseon Dynasty, was taken from Sinheung Temple in Sokcho during the Korean War in 1954 and ended up in the United States. Painted in 1798, the piece portrays the 10th king of the underworld according to Buddhist belief. It is one of a 10-piece series, with this being the seventh panel to be returned to South Korea. The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York recently repatriated the painting to its original home at Sinheung Temple. The artwork's journey is a testament to the power of international cooperation and the importance of preserving cultural heritage. The return of 'Siwangdo' is a significant moment for South Korea, marking a step towards reuniting the entire set of 10 panels. The painting's repatriation also highlights the ongoing efforts to recover cultural artifacts lost during the Korean War.
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