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Robert Goodnough

1917 – 2010

Robert Goodnough
Modern
Modern

Robert Goodnough

Born 1917 Died 2010 Works span 1947–1976

A Legacy of Form and Color Robert Goodnough stands as a profound figure within the lineage of American abstraction, embodying the spirit of the New York School. As a veteran of World War II, his journey into the heart of modernism was marked by a deep engagement with the evolving landscape of mid-century art. His early career saw him navigating the vibrant pulse of New York City, where he began exhibiting in galleries during the early…

12
dated works
1
chapters
1947
first work
1976
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Robert Goodnough'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.

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Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Robert Goodnough'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.