fachang
Fachang (Muqi): The Silent Master of Persimmon Landscapes Fachang, also known as Muqi, stands as a singular figure in 13th-century Chinese Chan Buddhist painting—a testament to the profound influence of monastic contemplation on artistic expression. Born around 1210 in Beijing during the Yuan Dynasty, Fachang’s life was dedicated to Zen practice and scholarship, shaping his artistic vision into one characterized by stillness, simplici…
The Lifeline
Scroll through fachang's working life — artwork by artwork, chapter by chapter — from the earliest dated work to the last. Each thumbnail is pinned at its exact year on the gold axis.
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Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups fachang's works by their historical period — early training, mature practice, final years.
Thumbnails — Dated Works
Every thumbnail is pinned at its precise creation year. A thin gold thread drops from the image to its exact point on the axis. Larger frames mark the artist's masterpieces by rank.
Colour Band — Movement Drift
The gradient bar beneath the axis shifts colour as the dominant art movement changes over time — from the warm golds of the early period through the deeper tones of maturity. It fills progressively as you scroll.
