Plum Branch 1888

"Plum Branch" is a hanging scroll painting by Yi Yu-won, a renowned Korean artist. Created in 1888, the year of his death, the work showcases a delicate plum blossom branch rendered in ink and washes on paper. The minimalist style of the piece exemplifies the artist's mastery of the *bunjing* (literati painting) tradition, emphasizing the beauty of nature through sparse yet expressive brushstrokes. Currently residing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this artwork offers a glimpse into the artistic sensibilities of late Joseon Dynasty Korea, showcasing the elegance and tranquility of the natural world.