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Emily Coonan

Born 1885 Died 1971 Works span 1923–1923

Emily Coonan: A Pioneer of Canadian Impressionism Emily Geraldine Coonan (March 25, 1885 – June 23, 1971) stands as a singular figure in Canadian art history—a woman artist who defied convention and carved out a distinctive path within the burgeoning artistic landscape of her time. Born in Pointe-Saint-Charles, Montreal, Coonan’s life was marked by both personal introspection and unwavering dedication to her craft, resulting in a body…

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1923

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1923

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Emily Coonan'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 Emily Coonan'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.

Emily Coonan

1885 – 1971

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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