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johann büttikofer
19th Century
19th Century

johann büttikofer

Born 1850 Died 1928 Works span 1890–1890

Johann Büttikofer: Pioneer of Liberian Natural History The world of 19th-century art and exploration often obscures the quiet brilliance of individuals who, driven by a profound curiosity and unwavering dedication, carved out entirely new fields of knowledge. Johann Büttikofer, born in the idyllic Swiss countryside of Ranflüh in 1850, stands as a compelling example of such a figure. More than just a zoologist, he was a pioneering expl…

46
dated works
1
chapters
1890
first work
1890
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through johann büttikofer'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 johann büttikofer'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.