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Kim Jin-gap: A Master of Pearl and Lacquer in the Shadow of Tradition Kim Jin-gap (1900-1972), a name perhaps less familiar than some of his contemporaries, stands as a significant figure within the rich tapestry of Korean art. Born in Seoul during a period of profound cultural and political transformation – late Goryeo and early Joseon – his life and work offer a compelling glimpse into the confluence of artistic innovation and traditional values that shaped Korea’s identity. More than just a craftsman, Kim Jin-gap was a man deeply rooted in Korean history, holding positions of influence a…
The Subject Atlas
A chart of kim jin-gap's corpus mapped not by date but by subject. Spokes are what they painted; rings are when; and the threads between stars reveal the patrons and places that secretly connect them.
Spokes — Subject
Each arm of the atlas gathers works by what they depict: portraits, sacred scenes, mythologies, and the scientific studies. Click a spoke to swing that cluster to the top.
Rings — Career Period
Distance from the center marks time. The innermost ring is the earliest period; the outermost, the final years. Style matures as you move outward.
Threads — Shared Context
Coloured lines link works bound by the same patron, commission, or theme. Trace a context to watch related clusters light up across subjects.
