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john faed

1819 – 1902

john faed
19th Century
19th Century

john faed

Born 1819 Died 1902 Works span 1849–1880

John Faed (1819 – 1902): A Victorian Visionary John Faed, born in Burley, United Kingdom in 1819, stands as a significant figure within the Scottish Romantic art movement of the Victorian era. His artistic legacy is characterized by meticulously crafted genre scenes and fantastical depictions—most notably his iconic portrayal of Merlin—reflecting a profound engagement with both realism and imaginative storytelling. This biography delv…

4
dated works
1
chapters
1849
first work
1880
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through john faed'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 john faed'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.