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j. keeley, herald
J. Keeley, Herald: Chronicler of Chicago’s Soul J. Keeley, herald (1876 – 1975), was more than just a cartoonist; he was the voice of Chicago during its formative decades—a visual storyteller who captured the city's dynamism and anxieties with unflinching honesty and artistic brilliance. Born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Keeley’s early life instilled in him a deep appreciation for observation and detail – qualities that would serve him ex…
The Lifeline
Scroll through j. keeley, herald'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 j. keeley, herald'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.
