mori hanae
A Life Woven in Silk: The Journey of Hanae Mori Born in 1926 in the tranquil landscapes of Mikawaichi, Japan, Hanae Mori’s life unfolded as a remarkable tapestry woven with threads of tradition and innovation. Her path to becoming one of the world's most celebrated fashion designers wasn’t predetermined; it was forged through dedication, an innate artistic sensibility, and a willingness to bridge cultural divides. Growing up in a time…
The Lifeline
Scroll through mori hanae'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 mori hanae'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.
