xi gang
Xi Gang: Weaver of Landscapes, Sculptor of Silence Xi Gang (1746 – 1803), a name now synonymous with the serene beauty of late Qing Dynasty landscape painting and seal carving, was more than just an artist; he was a meticulous craftsman deeply rooted in tradition yet subtly pushing the boundaries of his art form. Born in Qiántáng, a bustling city within present-day Hangzhou, Xi Gang’s early life laid the foundation for a career dedica…
The Lifeline
Scroll through xi gang'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 xi gang'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.
