Jang Seung-eop (Owon): A Master of Korean Landscape Painting Jang Seung-eop, also known as Owon, stands as one of Korea’s most revered painters of the late Joseon Dynasty (1392–1910), a period marked by significant artistic innovation and cultural exchange. Born in Seoul in 1843, he achieved an unparalleled distinction – becoming one of the few artists to hold a position of rank within the royal court, cementing his place as a pivotal figure in Korean art history. His life story was powerfully brought to cinematic life in the acclaimed 2002 film *Chi-hwa-seon*, directed by Im Kwon-taek, capt…