André Lhote
André Lhote: A Pioneer of Cubist Vision André Lhote, born in Bordeaux in 1885 and passing away in Paris in 1962, stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of French Cubism. More than simply a painter, he was a theorist, critic, and influential educator whose work profoundly shaped the course of modern art. His journey began not within the hallowed halls of an academy, but amidst the practical skills of a woodcarver’s workshop – a gr…
The Lifeline
Scroll through André Lhote'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.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups André Lhote'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.
