François Garnier
Life and Family of François Garnier Born in Paris around 1600, François Garnier lived a life deeply embedded in the social and religious fabric of the French capital. He was a member of the Parisian Protestant community, a connection that would shape much of his domestic and professional environment. On August 17, 1620, he entered into a marriage with Marie Gilbert, a woman who brought with her a significant connection to the local ar…
The Lifeline
Scroll through François Garnier'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 François Garnier'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.