조선 과학기술의 정수, '앙부일구' 미국서 귀환<br /><br />A cauldron-shaped sundial from the Joseon Dynasty has been returned home from the United States.<br />According to the Cultural Heritage Administration, the 'Angbu-ilgu' public clock was returned to South Korea in August after it was bought at a U.S. auction.<br />Officials says they don't know when and how the clock was taken overseas.<br />'Angbu-ilgu' sundials were installed at busy downtown locations as far back as the reign of King Sejong.<br />This one though is presumed to be from the 18th or 19th century.<br />It shows meticulous craftsmanship with the hemisphere propped on dragon- and turtle-shaped legs.<br />The sundial will be on display from tomorrow until December 20th at the National Palace Museum of Korea.<br />
