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Goyang regional cultural property

2017-03-27

Ryu Gyeom teacher's grave

Designation number: Regional Cultural Properties No. 31

Location: Mt. 106-8, Haengsin-dong, Deokyang-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do

Ryu Gyeom’s grave is located in Muwon Village, Haengsin-dong, and is merged with the grave of his wife Chungchu Cho. There is a stone statue in front of the grave of the Ryu Gyeom’s, and in particular, Mangjuseok is unique in its bottom part (Guibu) and Muninseok with the characteristics of mid and late Joseon Dynasty. The gravestone in front of the temple is 103cm in height, 36cm in width and 12cm in thickness. Muninseok stood out with delicate technique and realistic expression, and the proportional aspect of human body is remarkable. Ryu Gyeom was born in the 5th year of Goryeo Dynasty of King Gongmin (1357) and passed away in Joseon Taejong 11th (1411). In 6th year of Goryeo Wuwang (1380), he passed offer exams and in Joseon Taejong 10th (1410), he became a member of Seongjongno. Originally his grave was in Hwajeon, but was replaced in 1937 to the place now.