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Korean Stone Rubbings - Mythological Zodiac Creatures

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    Posted 4 years ago

    Bugguy
    (22 items)

    I've had this collection of rice paper stone rubbings of zodiac creatures from Korean mythology for 50 years. They've been folded in a file since I lived in Korea. The horned animal is the haetae, a guardian that protects from fire and disaster, Hence, its popularity near significant buildings in Seoul. The rooster, dog and tiger round out the set. I can't remember and have no documentation concerning the source - they've just traveled with me my whole adult life.

    These are unframed with the image at 16"h x 13" w. I'm not quite sure what I want to do with them, wall space is at a premium. Ironing, a sharp white matting and a black frame would make them stand out.

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    1. Lenette, 6 months ago
      Hi,

      I got two of the rubbings at a south Korean temple in the early 70's. I have a hardcopy booklet they gave me which describes the meaning of various pictures. If you are interested in the meaning of yours please let me know......
    2. mp.kunst mp.kunst, 6 months ago
      The Korean Stone Rubbings prints are made to stick on the front door.

      The rooster symbolizes the chasing away of anger and the search for happiness.

      The tiger is for protection in the New Year

      The dog I couldn't find
    3. Bugguy Bugguy, 2 months ago
      Lenette & mp.kunst.... sorry for the late follow-up. Thank you both for your comments. I also obtained the rubbings in 1971'ish while in the Peace Corp. I'd appreciate any additional descriptive information about the origin/meaning.

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