Li Liufang
Li Liufang: A Master of Serene Landscapes Li Liufang (李流芳), born in 1575 and passing away in 1629, remains a captivating figure within the rich tapestry of 16th-century Chinese art. Often referred to as Li Liu Fang, her name evokes both elegance and a profound connection to the natural world – qualities that are exquisitely reflected in her celebrated ‘shan shui’ paintings. Unlike many artists of her era who focused on grand historical or mythological scenes, Li Liufang dedicated herself almost entirely to capturing the subtle beauty of Chinese landscapes, earning her a unique place as one o…
The Subject Atlas
A chart of Li Liufang's corpus mapped not by date but by subject. Spokes are what they painted; rings are when; and the threads between stars reveal the patrons and places that secretly connect them.
Spokes — Subject
Each arm of the atlas gathers works by what they depict: portraits, sacred scenes, mythologies, and the scientific studies. Click a spoke to swing that cluster to the top.
Rings — Career Period
Distance from the center marks time. The innermost ring is the earliest period; the outermost, the final years. Style matures as you move outward.
Threads — Shared Context
Coloured lines link works bound by the same patron, commission, or theme. Trace a context to watch related clusters light up across subjects.
