Modern
Modern
John Duncan
A Pioneer of Colour: The Life and Art of John Duncan Fergusson Born in Leith, Scotland, in 1874, John Duncan Fergusson was a restless spirit destined to become a pivotal figure in the development of modern British art. His early life offered little indication of the vibrant canvases that would later define his legacy. Initially training as a doctor at Edinburgh University, he soon abandoned medicine for the allure of painting, a decis…
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Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through John Duncan'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 John Duncan'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.