Early Modern

Johann Anton de Peters

Born 1725 Died 1795 Works span 1775–1775

The Parisian Spark and the Greuze Influence Born in the historic city of Cologne in 1725, Johann Anton de Peters embarked on an artistic odyssey that would eventually weave his name into the very fabric of the Rococo era. His formative years were defined by the vibrant, emotive atmosphere of Paris, where he sought the mentorship of the legendary Jean-BT. Greuze. Under Greuze’s tutelage, Peters mastered the art of sentimentality—a style…

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1775

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1775

last work

Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Johann Anton de Peters'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 Johann Anton de Peters'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.

Johann Anton de Peters

1725 – 1795

The Lifeline

Chapters — Career Periods

Thumbnails — Dated Works

Colour Band — Movement Drift

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