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Zhang Daqian
Zhang Daqian: Pioneer of Geometric Abstraction and Masterful Ink Painting Zhang Daqian (Chang Ta-ch’ien), born May 10, 1899, in Nei Jiang Province, China, stands as one of the most prodigious artists of the twentieth century. Revered for his unparalleled fusion of traditional Chinese aesthetics with groundbreaking geometric abstraction, he irrevocably shaped the landscape of modern art while upholding the legacy of classical calligrap…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Zhang Daqian'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 Daqian'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.
