- Koguryo and Balhae
- Tokhung-ri Tomb
Koguryo and Balhae
| Title | Depiction of Bugui | ||
|---|---|---|---|
Depiction of Bugui on the ceiling of the antechamber (southern wall)
This is a detailed view of Gili on the ceiling of the antechamber (southern wall) in Tokhung-ri Tomb. Eighteen auspicious animals are depicted on the ceiling of the antechamber in Tokhung-ri Tomb. Bugui, Gili, and Sungsung (orangutan) appear on the southern wall.
Bugui (wealth) has the face of a beast, body of a bird, and two horns on his head. Its spread wings and vibrant tail feathers are reminiscent of the ethereal bird Bonghwang. Bugui is paired with Gili, but doesn't appear in any ancient literature. Although its symbolism isn't exactly clear, the interpretation of its Chinese name seems to imply prosperity.