zhang geng
Zhang Geng: Echoes of Dong Qichang in the Landscapes of Qing China The world of 18th-century Chinese painting was a complex tapestry woven with tradition, innovation, and fierce debate. Within this vibrant scene emerged Zhang Geng (1685-1760), a master whose landscapes resonate with both the established wisdom of Dong Qichang and the subtle refinements of Wang Meng, offering a compelling glimpse into the evolving aesthetic sensibiliti…
The Lifeline
Scroll through zhang geng'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 zhang geng'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.
