André Pujos
A life in miniature André Pujos lived his days between the quiet corners of Toulouse and the busy streets of Paris. Born around 1738, he moved to the capital at twenty-two, bringing with him the training of the Académie des Beaux-Arts de Toulouse. His hands were accustomed to the small, precise movements required for miniature painting and drawing. By 1759, his presence was felt in the Parisian art circles, where he began exhibiting hi…
The Lifeline
Scroll through André Pujos'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 André Pujos'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.