Geng Jianyi
A Pioneer of Contemporary Chinese Art: The Life and Legacy of Geng Jianyi Geng Jianyi (1962-2017) stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of contemporary art in China, a restless innovator whose work mirrored and often subtly critiqued the rapid societal transformations unfolding around him. Born in Zhengzhou, Henan Province, he emerged during a period of immense cultural and political upheaval, becoming a leading voice within the…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Geng Jianyi'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.
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Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Geng Jianyi'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.
