19th Century

Yokoyama Seiki

Born 1793 Died 1865 Works span 1856–1856

Yokoyama Seiki: A Pioneer of Tranquility and Symbolism in Edo Japan Yokoyama Seiki (1793-1865) stands as a towering figure within the annals of Japanese art, particularly renowned for his masterful depictions of landscapes imbued with profound spiritual resonance. Born in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, he emerged from a lineage steeped in artistic tradition and quickly established himself as a prominent practitioner of Ukiyo-e prints…

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1856

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1856

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Yokoyama Seiki'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 Yokoyama Seiki'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.

Yokoyama Seiki

1793 – 1865

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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