Modern
a. roland knight
Born 1879
Died 1921
A Legacy of Wildlife Art: Exploring the World of Roland Knight
Roland Lee Knight (1917 – 1941) stands as a singular figure in British art history, primarily recognized for his evocative depictions of wildlife—particularly trout and salmon—executed with remarkable precision during the tumultuous years of World War II. Though tragically cut short by his untimely death at the age of 23, Knight’s artistic output cemented him as a pivotal…
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through a. roland knight'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
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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.
