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paul wonner

1920 – 2008

paul wonner
Modern
Modern

paul wonner

Born 1920 Died 2008 Works span 1957–1983

Early Life and Artistic Foundations Paul John Wonner, born in Tucson, Arizona, in 1920, embarked on a remarkable artistic journey that spanned six decades, evolving from the abstract currents of post-war America to the hyperrealist still lifes for which he is best known. His early exposure to art came through local California artists hired by his parents, sparking an initial interest that led him to the California College of Arts and…

12
dated works
1
chapters
1957
first work
1983
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through paul wonner'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 paul wonner'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.