High Medieval
High Medieval
Li Dì
Li Di: A Song Dynasty Master of Movement and Harmony Li Di (李迪), also known as Li Ti, was a pivotal figure in the vibrant artistic landscape of 12th-century China’s Song Dynasty. Born around 1100 in Zhengzhou, Henan province – a region steeped in cultural significance – his life coincided with a period of remarkable artistic flourishing within the imperial court. More than simply a painter, Li Di was a keen observer and interpreter of…
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last work
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through Li Dì'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.
Drag or scroll to travel through time
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Li Dì'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.