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Elizabeth Siddal

1829 – 1862

Elizabeth Siddal
19th Century
19th Century

Elizabeth Siddal

Born 1829 Died 1862 Works span 1853–1857

A Life Intertwined with Art and Shadow Elizabeth Eleanor Siddal, often remembered as Lizzie, was a figure both captivating and tragic, inextricably linked to the Pre-Raphaelite Brotherhood yet possessing an artistic spirit all her own. Born in London on July 25, 1829, into a family of modest means—her father a cutlery maker—Siddal’s early life offered little indication of the profound impact she would have on the art world. A move to…

8
dated works
1
chapters
1853
first work
1857
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Elizabeth Siddal'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 Elizabeth Siddal'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.