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Lu Kezheng: Echoes of Dong Yuan in Shanghai’s Golden Age Born in Shanghai during the mid-17th century, around 1622, Lu Kezheng emerged as a significant figure within the vibrant artistic landscape of Ming Dynasty China. While his life remains somewhat shrouded in historical detail – he passed away in 1672 – his legacy is firmly rooted in the tradition of ink wash painting, particularly through his profound connection to the style of D…
The Lifeline
Scroll through lu kezheng'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 lu kezheng'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.
