john ferneley, snr
John Ferneley Snr (1814-1862): The Painter of Hunting Elegance John Ferneley Snr (1814-1862) stands as a pivotal figure in British sporting art, embodying the romantic spirit of the Victorian era and capturing the grandeur of rural pursuits with unparalleled precision. Born in Thrussington, Leicestershire, on May 18th, 1782, Ferneley’s artistic journey unfolded against the backdrop of a burgeoning fascination with equestrian portraitu…
The Lifeline
Scroll through john ferneley, snr'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 john ferneley, snr'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.
