19th Century
19th Century
Archibald David Reid
Early Life and Artistic Beginnings Archibald David Reid, a name synonymous with evocative Scottish landscapes and the subtle influence of Dutch artistic traditions, was born in Aberdeen on June 8th, 1844. His origins were firmly rooted in the city’s industrial heartland – his father, George Reid, managed the Aberdeen Copper Company, a position that shaped the family's trajectory and instilled a pragmatic sensibility. Yet, from a young…
15
dated works
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chapters
1870
first work
1908
last work
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through Archibald David Reid'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 Archibald David Reid'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.