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Johan Barthold Jongkind
19th Century
19th Century

Johan Barthold Jongkind

Born 1819 Died 1891 Works span 1850–1889

A Forerunner of Light: The Life and Art of Johan Barthold Jongkind Johan Barthold Jongkind, a name perhaps less immediately recognizable than those of Monet or Renoir, occupies a pivotal position in the story of Impressionism. Born on June 3, 1819, in Lattrop, a small town in the Netherlands, Jongkind’s artistic journey was one marked by both profound talent and personal struggle. His early life unfolded amidst the tranquil landscapes…

25
dated works
4
chapters
1850
first work
1889
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Johan Barthold Jongkind'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 Johan Barthold Jongkind'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.