Joaquín Sorolla
A Life Bathed in Light: The World of Joaquín Sorolla Joaquín Sorolla y Bastida, a name synonymous with the radiant light and vibrant energy of Spain, was more than just a painter; he was a chronicler of his nation’s soul. Born in Valencia in 1863, Sorolla's early life was marked by tragedy. Orphaned at the tender age of two following a cholera epidemic that claimed both parents, young Joaquín and his sister were raised by their matern…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Joaquín Sorolla'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 Joaquín Sorolla'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.