katsushika ōi

katsushika ōi

Works span 1840–1840

Katsushika Ōi: The Hidden Hand Behind Hokusai’s Daughter Katsushika Ōi (c. 1800 – c. 1866), also known as Ei, was a Japanese Ukiyo-e artist whose legacy remains shrouded in mystery—a testament to the challenges faced by women artists during Edo period Japan. While overshadowed by her father’s monumental fame, Ōi possessed undeniable talent and contributed significantly to the artistic landscape of her time, prompting ongoing debate ab…

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through katsushika ōi'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 katsushika ōi'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.