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li k'an

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li k'an

li k'an

Died 1320 Works span 1318–1318

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 remai…

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through li k'an'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 li k'an'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.