19th Century

Joaquim Espalter i Rull

Born 1809 Died 1880 Works span 1846–1880

A Catalan Brushstroke in the Heart of Madrid: The Life and Art of Joaquim Espalter i Rull Joaquim Espalter i Rull, born in the picturesque coastal town of Sitges, Spain, in 1809, emerged as a significant figure within the landscape of 19th-century Spanish painting. His life’s journey, spanning from the vibrant Catalan coast to the regal halls of Madrid, reflects a dedication to capturing both the essence of his subjects and the dramat…

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1846

first work

1880

last work

Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Joaquim Espalter i Rull'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 Joaquim Espalter i Rull'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.

Joaquim Espalter i Rull

1809 – 1880

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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