Harriet Backer
A Pioneer of Nordic Light: The Life and Art of Harriet Backer Harriet Backer, born in the tranquil Norwegian village of Høm in 1845, emerged as a pivotal figure in late 19th and early 20th-century art. Her journey from a young girl sketching alongside her family to becoming Norway’s most celebrated female painter is a testament to her unwavering dedication and artistic vision. Backer's life unfolded during a period of significant soci…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Harriet Backer'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 Harriet Backer'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.
