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David Allan

1744 – 1796

David Allan
Early Modern
Early Modern

David Allan

Born 1744 Died 1796 Works span 1761–1793

A Scottish Voice in the Age of Enlightenment David Allan, born in Alloa, Scotland, in 1744, emerged as a significant figure during a period of profound artistic and intellectual change. His father’s position as harbor master instilled an early connection to the world beyond Scotland's shores, hinting at influences that would later shape his artistic vision. Though details of his earliest training remain scarce, it is clear that a natu…

43
dated works
5
chapters
1761
first work
1793
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through David Allan'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.

Drag or scroll to travel through time

Chapters — Career Periods

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