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hōgen en’i

1240 – 1300

hōgen en’i
High Medieval
High Medieval

hōgen en’i

Born 1240 Died 1300 Works span 1299–1299

hōgen en’i: A Visionary of Medieval Japan hōgen en'i (1240-1300) stands as a singular figure in Japanese art history, embodying the zenith of Yamato-e style and achieving unparalleled mastery in emakimono – illuminated scrolls that captivated audiences with their intricate narratives and breathtaking visual splendor. Born in Kyoto during a period marked by political upheaval and religious fervor, en’i emerged from a lineage steeped in…

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through hōgen en’i'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 hōgen en’i'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.