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José Clemente Orozco
José Clemente Orozco (1883–1949): A Life Forged in Revolution José Clemente Orozco, born November 23, 1883, in Zapotlán el Grande (now Ciudad Guzmán), Jalisco, Mexico, stands as a monumental figure in the pantheon of Mexican muralists. His life was inextricably linked to the tumultuous currents of his nation’s history—a period defined by revolution, social upheaval, and a fervent search for national identity. Orozco wasn't merely a pa…
The Lifeline
Scroll through José Clemente Orozco'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 José Clemente Orozco'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.
