Francis Wheatley
Francis Wheatley: A Life in Portraits and Landscapes Francis Wheatley (1747-1801) was a prominent English portrait and landscape painter of the 18th century, known for his depictions of rural life, social scenes, and portraits capturing the spirit of his time. Born at Wild Court, Covent Garden, London, he navigated a complex personal life alongside a burgeoning artistic career, leaving behind a legacy celebrated for its accessibility…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Francis Wheatley'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 Francis Wheatley'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.
