Yi Myeong-gi

Yi Myeong-gi(이명기, b.?~d.?) was a courtesy painter of Joseon. [1] He was a full-time painter during the 18th century, of which records can be found: Yi was named as the courtesy painter in 1791. He was one of the most famed portrait painters during Jeongjo era circa late 18th century.[2] Although he was renowned for the portraits, Shan shui paintings heavily dealt with Kim Hong-do's characteristics in terms of shaping rocks, figures and calligraphy.[1]

Several paintings are found in National Museum of Korea and Hoam Art Museum, one of the oldest private museums in Seoul.