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John Hazlitt
John Hazlitt: A Miniature Master of English Society John Hazlitt (1767–1837) stands as a quietly significant figure in 19th-century British art, primarily recognized for his exquisite miniature portraits. Born in Marshfield, Gloucestershire, to a Unitarian minister and Grace Loftus Hazlitt, he was the elder brother of the renowned essayist and critic William Hazlitt – a connection that subtly shaped both their artistic trajectories. W…
The Lifeline
Scroll through John Hazlitt'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 John Hazlitt'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.
