Jinwu
Jinwu (1633–1681): The Poet Painter of Lingnan Jinwu, whose real name was Shi Jinwu, stands as a pivotal figure in 17th-century Chinese art and calligraphy, particularly within the Lingnan School—a movement that redefined artistic expression during a period of significant cultural transformation. Born in Guangdong Province (modern China), his early life remains shrouded in relative obscurity, yet he emerged as a master craftsman whose…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Jinwu'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.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Jinwu'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.
