19th Century
19th Century
Johan Per (Per) Sodermark
The Soldier and the Studio Johan Per Södermark stands at a crossroads between military duty and the fine arts. Born in Mossebro, Karlsborg Municipality, on 5 June 1822, his early life follows the disciplined path of his father, Olof Johan Södermark. He enters the military as an Underlöjtnant in 1843, a role that demands precision and observation. The rigidity of service defines his youth, yet the brush remains present. His training beg…
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first work
1889
last work
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through Johan Per (Per) Sodermark'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 Johan Per (Per) Sodermark'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.