Feng Zikai: A Life Dedicated to Art and Humanity Early Life and Education (1898-1914) Birth and Family: Feng Zikai was born on November 9, 1898, in Shimenwan, Chongde County, Zhejiang Province, China. He came from a relatively wealthy and educated family, being the youngest of eight children. Early Influences: His father, despite owning a dye shop, prioritized studying for the civil service exams. This created an environment where education was valued, though not necessarily practical business skills. Feng’s early fascination with art began as a child, captivated by illustrations in Con…