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Bernard Buffet

1928 – 1999

Bernard Buffet
Modern
Modern

Bernard Buffet

Born 1928 Died 1999

Bernard Buffet: The Painter of Sorrow Bernard Buffet (1928-1999) stands as a singular figure in French Expressionism, an artist whose prolific output and distinctive style continue to fascinate art historians and collectors alike. Born in Paris during the turbulent years following World War II, Buffet’s formative experiences instilled within him a profound sensitivity to human suffering and a preoccupation with themes of mortality—the…

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Bernard Buffet'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 Bernard Buffet'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.