Early Modern
Early Modern
Carl Fredrik von Breda
A Swedish Master Across Borders: The Life and Art of Carl Frederik von Breda Carl Frederik von Breda occupies a fascinating, somewhat unique position in the history of European portraiture. Born in Stockholm in 1759, his artistic journey wasn’t confined by national boundaries but rather flourished through an intriguing interplay between Swedish tradition and British innovation. Descended from Pieter von Breda, a Dutch emigrant who set…
16
dated works
2
chapters
1772
first work
1797
last work
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through Carl Fredrik von Breda'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 Carl Fredrik von Breda'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.