David Kakabadze
A Pioneer of Georgian Modernism: The Life and Art of David Kakabadze David Kakabadze, born in the village of Kukhi near Khoni, Georgia, in 1889, stands as a pivotal figure in the development of twentieth-century Georgian art. His career was one of remarkable innovation, seamlessly blending the burgeoning currents of European avant-garde movements with a deep reverence for his native Georgian traditions. Kakabadze wasn’t merely an arti…
The Lifeline
Scroll through David Kakabadze'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 David Kakabadze'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.