Modern

Huang Tu-shui

Born 1895 Died 1930 Works span 1930–1930

Huang Tu-shui: Pioneer of Taiwanese Sculpture Huang Tu-shui (黃土水), born July 3, 1895, in Monga (now Wanhua), Taipei, Taiwan, stands as a pivotal figure in the genesis of modern sculpture within Taiwanese art history. His artistic journey began amidst the turbulent backdrop of Japanese colonial rule—a period marked by poverty and anxiety—yet fueled by an unwavering passion for creative expression. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Hua…

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Huang Tu-shui'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 Huang Tu-shui'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.

Huang Tu-shui

1895 – 1930

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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