19th Century
19th Century
Su Renhsan
Su Renshan: A Pioneer of Qing Dynasty Innovation Su Renshan (1814 – 1850?), a figure shrouded in intriguing mystery, stands apart as one of the most unconventional and captivating artists to emerge from China’s Qing dynasty. Despite his tragically brief life span, he left an indelible mark on the artistic landscape, continuing to fascinate scholars and collectors alike with his distinctive style—a bold departure from established conve…
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dated works
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chapters
1829
first work
1849
last work
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through Su Renhsan'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 Su Renhsan'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.