Li K'An 心地よい空間へ
感性、 ではない
ギャラリーへ
ムードを選ぶだけで、空間がそれに応えます。光は冷たさや温もりを帯び、空気の流れが変わり、その感情を宿した作品だけが暗闇の中から浮かび上がります。それ以外のすべては、影の中へと退いていくのです。
Li K'An
A Life Immersed in Bamboo: The World of Li K’an Li K'an, a name resonating with the quiet strength and understated elegance of his chosen subject matter, stands as a significant figure within the Yuan Dynasty (1271-1368) Chinese painting tradition. Born around 1245 in Jiqiu county – now part of modern Beijing – Li K'an lived during a period of dynamic cultural exchange and political transition. While details surrounding his life remain
somewhat sparse, the essence of his artistic spirit is powerfully conveyed through the surviving works that depict bamboo with remarkable sensitivity and skill. He was known by several names: Zhong Bin as his style name, and Xi Zhai as his sobriquet, offering glimpses into a personality deeply connected to nature and contemplative practice. His passing in 1320 marked the end of a life devoted to capturing the spirit of resilience embo…
