George Rickey
The Poetry of Motion: The Life and Legacy of George Rickey George Rickey stands as a singular figure in American sculpture, recognized for his groundbreaking approach to kinetic art—a fusion of geometric abstraction and mechanical movement that captivated audiences throughout the mid-century. Born in South Bend, Indiana, in 1907, Rickey’s formative years were marked by an early fascination with simple mechanisms, specifically the coni…
The Lifeline
Scroll through George Rickey'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 George Rickey'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.
