Peter Bentzon
Peter Bentzon: A Pioneer of Caribbean Silversmithing Peter Bentzon (c. 1783–c. 1850) stands as a singular figure in American art history—specifically, the realm of decorative arts—representing one of the earliest documented instances of silversmithing undertaken by individuals of African descent during the formative years of the United States. Born on St. Thomas Island, part of the Danish West Indies (now U.S. Virgin Islands), Bentzon…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Peter Bentzon'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 Peter Bentzon'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.