Kaigetsudo Dohan
Kaigetsudo Dohan: A Master of Edo’s Floating World Kaigetsudo Dohan, a name largely absent from mainstream art historical narratives yet profoundly influential in the development of *ukiyo-e* (pictures of the floating world), was a Japanese artist active during the early 18th century. His legacy resides primarily in his exquisite prints, particularly the iconic “Courtesan Playing with a Cat” (1715), a work that encapsulates both the a…
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Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through Kaigetsudo Dohan'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 Kaigetsudo Dohan'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.