As Super Junior marks its 20th anniversary, former member Sungmin is continuing his individual activities instead of participating in team events.
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The first commissioned item features a landscape painting with a pair of birds and golden fruits. The yellow and round-shaped "this fruit" is cultivated in the southern regions and is said to symbolize unchanging prosperity and wealth. Additionally, it is said that the name was chosen due to its resemblance to traditional string instruments, but what exactly could "this fruit" be? Furthermore, the authentic announcer Hong Joo-yeon reportedly boasted that thanks to the "this grass" depicted in the painting, she possesses black and luscious hair. Meanwhile, the artist distinguished his body of work using "this", but what could it be? The commissioned item, filled with curious questions, will reveal more details in this week's broadcast.
In addition, three pairs of colored glasses of various colors made an appearance that caught the eye. It is said that the commissioned items had their usage restricted based on social status and rank, leading to "this part" of the glasses being made in a more accessible form. Furthermore, the purpose of colored glasses was different in the past, but what exactly was it used for, and where is "this part"? Meanwhile, the commissioned items were made with unique techniques and top-quality materials, raising curiosity as even kings during the Joseon Dynasty wore them.
Additionally, the writing of the famous calligrapher and military officer Yoon Soon from the late Joseon period will be introduced. The work was personally introduced by the client. The commissioned item was brought by the owner's wife as part of her dowry, and she asked about the content, preservation methods, and whether it would be disposed of, among other points of curiosity. Meanwhile, there is something unique about the writing spread across eight panels; notably, it was inscribed with the individual's name rather than their pseudonym. What reason could the artist have had for this? The appraisal committee explained the differences between the two as "this". What exactly is "this", and what is the value difference based on the usage of the pseudonym and the personal name?
The appraisal team, who will explore the beauty of our country's antiques, consists of former Super Junior vocalist Sungmin, who has now ventured into trot, the rapper Wooseok, who showcases a large dog charm and transformed into a solo artist, and comedian Seo Seong-gyeong, who is active as a lovable ghost character on Comedy Concert. On this day, the team displayed captivating visuals and diverse charms while embarking on a hunt for traditional Korean musical instruments. They also faced numerous challenges while solving quizzes, experiencing the commissioned items, and even writing their own songs related to the writings inscribed on the items. Who will emerge as the standout in this fierce competition?
Hosted by announcers Kang Seung-hwa and Hong Joo-yeon, 'TV Show Antique Restoration' has been uncovering genuine antiques and confirming the true value of our country's antiques through the keen eyes of professional appraisers since its inception in 1995, airing on KBS 1TV.
Meanwhile, Sungmin married musical actress Kim Sa-eun in 2014. He has not officially left Super Junior but has temporarily suspended his activities. While Super Junior is making a comeback this year to celebrate its 20th anniversary, Sungmin is continuing his solo activities as a trot singer.
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