obadiah short
The Quiet Observer: The Life and Legacy of Obadiah Short In the annals of the Norwich School, a movement defined by its profound connection to the Norfolk landscape, certain names resonate with dramatic flair and sweeping vistas. Yet, tucked within this illustrious collective is the more subtle, evocative presence of Obadiah Short. Born on July 26th, 1803, in the heart of Norwich, Short’s life was marked by early hardship and an extra…
The Lifeline
Scroll through obadiah short'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 obadiah short'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.
