Park Dae-sung
Park Dae-sung (Sosan): A Modern Master of Korean Ink Painting Born: Cheongdo, South Korea, 1945 Status: Living Also Known As: Sosan Park Dae-sung, widely recognized by his artistic name Sosan, is a prominent figure in contemporary Korean art. Born in Cheongdo, South Korea, in 1945, he has dedicated his career to the exploration and evolution of traditional Korean ink painting (sumukhwa). His work seamlessly blends ancient tech…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Park Dae-sung'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 Park Dae-sung'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.