Probably the fire scene at the 'Toksugung' (?) (Palace of Virtuous Long Life). The fire destroyed many buildings of the palace. The origin of this fire is a mystery, but rumors at the time blamed it on the Japanese authorities. It seems that soldiers are looking for something. ''Toksugung' was originally built as a royal villa. However, as other palaces were burnt down during the Japanese invasion in 1592, Toksugung was then used as a palace. [-]. Sokchojon, among other buildings in the palace grounds, is the first Renaissance-style building in Korea. It now houses the Royal Museum, which exhibits items used by the royal court.' Source: Adams, Edward B. Through gates of Seoul : trails and tales of Yi Dynasty, 1970, v. 1, p. 208. http://www.marimari…(viewed May 22, 2003)
Subject:
Palaces
Subject:
Toksugung, Seoul
Subject:
Fires
Subject:
Events
Format:
Collodion print
Format:
Image: 3.937 x 5.2756 in.
Format:
10 x 13.4 cm
Coverage:
Asia: South Korea; Seoul
Source:
Willard Dickerman Straight papers, 1825-1925
Source:
Rare & Manuscript Collections: University Archives
