Ferdinand Berthoud
Early Life and Career Born: March 18, 1727, in Plancemont-sur-Couvet, Principality of Neuchâtel (now part of Switzerland) Died: June 20, 1807, in Groslay, Val d'Oise, France Ferdinand Berthoud was born into a family of watchmakers, fostering an early interest in horology. He began his apprenticeship at a young age and demonstrated exceptional skill. In 1753, he became a master watchmaker in Paris, marking the beginning of hi…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Ferdinand Berthoud'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 Ferdinand Berthoud'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.
