matthew boulton
Matthew Boulton: A Pioneer of Industrial Art Early Life and Background Born in Handsworth, West Midlands, England, Matthew Boulton (1728-1809) came from a family deeply involved in manufacturing. His father was a successful metalworker, and young Matthew received his early education at the Soho Manufactory, laying the foundation for his future endeavors. This upbringing instilled in him both a practical understanding of industr…
The Lifeline
Scroll through matthew boulton'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 matthew boulton'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.
