Hongik Pigments Donates Mineral Pigments to Korea National University of Cultural Heritage

by Lee Jonggil

Published 16 Apr.2026 09:00(KST)

Supporting Education and Research for Traditional Painting Students

Korea National University of Cultural Heritage

Korea National University of Cultural Heritage received a donation of natural mineral pigments valued at 10 million won from Hongik Pigments on April 15 at Yuhyeondang in Buyeo, Chungnam Province.

The donated pigments are made by grinding and sorting natural minerals. They will be used for the education and research of students majoring in traditional painting in the Department of Traditional Arts and Crafts.

Hongik Pigments is a traditional pigment company specializing in natural inorganic pigments, with more than 100 types in its portfolio. The company develops and produces a variety of paints, including traditional dancheong pigments.