A Master of Korean Calligraphy
Yi Sam-man was a Korean calligrapher of the late Joseon period. Hailing from Jeonju, he was recognized for his distinctive yusucheje, or "running water" style, characterized by its flowing movement. His artistic legacy is preserved in works such as the Folding screen with Calligraphy (東宮玉帳山銘), created in 1830.
Legacy and Collections
The surviving works of this artist are held within the Hwajeong Museum, Seoul. His contributions to the calligraphic tradition of the era are represented by the following:
Questions & Answers
Where can I see all artworks by Yi Sam-man?
Every work by Yi Sam-man on this website can be browsed from the artist's All Artworks page.
What other names is Yi Sam-man known by?
Yi Sam-man is also known as 이삼만.
How popular are Yi Sam-man's artworks?
Statistics about Yi Sam-man's works are available on the artist's Stats page.
Where can I see Yi Sam-man's artworks in a 3D gallery?
The 3D Museum of Yi Sam-man is a page that displays the artist's artworks in a virtual three-dimensional gallery.
