yi hwang
Yi Hwang (Toegye): The Soul of Korean Landscape Painting Yi Hwang, revered as Toegye, stands as one of Korea’s most influential thinkers and artists of the Joseon Dynasty (1500-1897). His profound philosophical explorations intertwined seamlessly with his masterful depictions of Korean landscapes—a duality that cemented his place in Korean cultural heritage and continues to inspire admiration today. Beyond simply capturing beauty, Yi…
The Lifeline
Scroll through yi hwang'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 hwang'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.
