giacomo de maria
Early Life and Artistic Formation in Bologna Giacomo De Maria, born in the vibrant city of Bologna in 1762, emerged from a family steeped in artistic tradition—his father, Vincenzo De Maria, was a respected violinist. This early exposure to creative expression undoubtedly shaped his sensibility, fostering an appreciation for beauty and form that would later define his career as a sculptor. Bologna at this time was a thriving hub of ar…
The Lifeline
Scroll through giacomo de maria'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 giacomo de maria'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.