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Zhao Mengfu

1254 – 1322

Zhao Mengfu
High Medieval
High Medieval

Zhao Mengfu

Born 1254 Died 1322 Works span 1310–1310

Zhao Mengfu: The Revolutionary Landscape Painter Zhao Mengfu (1254 – 1322) stands as a monumental figure in Yuan Dynasty art and arguably the progenitor of modern Chinese landscape painting. His artistic vision fundamentally challenged established conventions, ushering in an era of unprecedented stylistic innovation that continues to resonate within Chinese artistic tradition today. Born into a noble Song lineage, Zhao’s early life wa…

3
dated works
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chapters
1310
first work
1310
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Zhao Mengfu'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 Zhao Mengfu'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.