Fukuda Haritsu
A Rediscovered Visionary: The Life and Art of Fukuda Kodōjin Fukuda Kodōjin (1865–1944), a name largely absent from mainstream art historical narratives until recently, represents a fascinating bridge between the fading traditions of Japanese literati painting and the burgeoning modern era. Born in Osaka, Japan, Kodōjin emerged as one of the last dedicated practitioners of *nanga* – a style deeply rooted in Chinese scholar-painting th…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Fukuda Haritsu'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 Fukuda Haritsu'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.
