19th Century
19th Century
Vincent Vidal
A Life Painted in Paris Born in the historic surroundings of Carcassonne, Vincent Vidal arrived in the heart of Paris to pursue a calling that would define his years. He sought entry into the École des Beaux-Arts in 1837, finding a mentor in Paul Delaroche. This period of study provided him with the technical foundation necessary to navigate the competitive art circles of France. His hands were as skilled with the soft touch of pastels…
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dated works
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1845
first work
1851
last work
Chronological Journey
The Lifeline
Scroll through Vincent Vidal'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 Vincent Vidal'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.