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Xu Beihong

1895 – 1953

Xu Beihong
Modernismus
Modernismus

Xu Beihong

Born 1895 Died 1953 Works span 1924–1950

A Pioneer Bridging Worlds: The Life and Art of Xu Beihong Xu Beihong, born Xu Shoukang in 1895 in the tranquil town of Yixing, Jiangsu province, stands as a monumental figure in 20th-century Chinese art. His life was a compelling narrative of artistic evolution, dedicated to forging a new path for Chinese painting—one that harmoniously blended the rich traditions of his homeland with the innovations of Western art. From humble beginni…

19
dated works
5
chapters
1924
first work
1950
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Xu Beihong'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.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Xu Beihong'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.