19th Century
Carlo Pellegrini
Born 1839
Died 1889
Carlo Pellegrini: The Bee Behind Vanity Fair’s Vibrant Vision
Carlo Pellegrini (1839-1889), a name largely absent from mainstream art history, nevertheless holds a significant place in Victorian artistic circles and the annals of color lithography. Often operating under the pseudonym ‘Ape,’ he achieved renown primarily for his prolific contributions to Vanity Fair magazine between 1869 and 1889—a publication that championed bold exper…
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through Carlo Pellegrini'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 Carlo Pellegrini'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.
