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Yi Hong-eui
Yi Hong-eui: A Master of Korean Landscape Painting Yi Hong-eui (1716-1799) stands as a beacon in the annals of Joseon Dynasty art, embodying the ideals of refined scholarship and serene beauty that defined the literati tradition. Born in Seoul during a period of significant cultural flourishing, he emerged from a family steeped in intellectual pursuits—a lineage that undoubtedly nurtured his artistic sensibilities and instilled within…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Yi Hong-eui'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 Yi Hong-eui'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.
