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Gilles Joubert: A Parisian Master of Rococo Elegance Gilles Joubert (1689–1775) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of French furniture design and craftsmanship during the reign of Louis XV. Born in Paris, he emerged from a lineage steeped in artisanal tradition—his father was a sculptor—and quickly established himself as one of the most sought-after ébénistes (cabinetmakers) of his era, earning recognition for his meticulous at…
The Lifeline
Scroll through gilles joubert'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.
