A Study on the Identity of Gyobang Deconstruction Gisaeng Art

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to shed light on the status and artistic identity of gisaengs in the process of dismantling modern Gyobang. Gyobang was established before King Gwangjong of the Goryeo Dynasty and existed until 1910, passing through the Joseon Dynasty. Rather than analyzing the meaning of the dismantling of Gyobang, which has lasted for more than a thousand years, it is being studied by focusing only on the personal activities of modern gisaengs. Gyobang is an organization planned by the state, and modern parasitic organizations were operated in the private or private sector. The dissolution of Gyobang means the loss of the national music institution and the disappearance of the official status. After the dissolution of Gyobang, popular art due to commercial capital became a trend. Nevertheless, modern gisaeng accumulated artistic capabilities through various activities. Therefore, we would like to study the status of gisaengs and the identity of artistic activities that have changed since the dissolution of Gyobang.