Hokusai
A Life Etched in Ink: The World of Katsushika Hokusai Katsushika Hokusai, a name that resonates deeply within the world of art and inextricably linked to the iconic image of *The Great Wave off Kanagawa*, was far more than simply a printmaker. Born in Edo (modern-day Tokyo) around 1760, his life unfolded as an extraordinary journey—a relentless pursuit of artistic mastery, characterized by constant evolution, shifting names, and an in…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Hokusai'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 Hokusai'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.
