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Cornelius Marion Battey: Pioneer of Black Portrait Photography Cornelius Marion Battey (August 26, 1873 – March 14, 1927) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of African American art and photography. Born in Augusta, Georgia, Battey’s life was marked by an unwavering dedication to documenting Black individuals with dignity and artistic sensitivity—a mission that profoundly impacted the visual representation of his community durin…
The Lifeline
Scroll through cornelius marion battey'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
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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.
