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Minhwa 민화

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Minhwa (Korean: 민화; Hanja: 民畵) refers to Korean folk art produced mostly by itinerant or unknown artists without formal training, emulating contemporary trends in fine art for the purpose of everyday use or decoration. This type of painting was often the work of anonymous craftsmen who faithfully adhered to the styles, canons and genres inherited from the past. Minhwa also involved a magical dimension. They were believed to possess beneficial virtues and to protect the owner and his family from evil forces.

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Minhwa (민화) — verified Korean cultural heritage / traditional art.

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• Korean: 민화
• Hanja: 民畵
• Type: Korean folk art
• Purpose: everyday use or decoration
• Label: 민화
• Definition: 한 민족이나 개인이 전통적으로 이어온 생활 습속에 따라 제작한 대중적인 실용화

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Verified & tracked since 2026-08-15 · 91 verified snapshots.

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