A Study on the Analysis of the Headdress Types of Goguryeo Anak No. 3 and Deokheung-ri Ancient Tombs

A detailed analysis of headdress types in Goguryeo tomb murals reveals distinct gender-based patterns and social hierarchies. The study found that men's headdresses, such as ragwan, chaek, geon, tugu, ssangsangtu meori, and mukeun jeongbal meori, exhibit clear class distinctions, reflecting a structured social stratification. In contrast, women's headdresses, including jangsikgogye, eonjeun meori, ssangsangtangtu meori, and samsangtu meori, show less formal development but demonstrate intricate detailing, suggesting a high level of aesthetic refinement. The research examined 39 tomb murals from Deokheung-ri, Goguryeo, to investigate hair shapes and their cultural significance, providing insights into the gender dynamics and social organization of ancient Korea.

Kwon, M.-Y., Choi, I.-Y., & Sung, H.-M. (2026). A Study on the Analysis of the Headdress Types of Goguryeo Anak No. 3 and Deokheung-ri Ancient Tombs. Journal of Korea Society of Ingrielogy, 8(1), 3–11. https://doi.org/10.35359/jksi.2026.8.1.3