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william crosbie

1915 – 1999

william crosbie
Modern
Modern

william crosbie

Born 1915 Died 1999 Works span 1934–1952

A Life Immersed in the Scottish Landscape William Crosbie, often known as Bill Crosbie, was a painter deeply rooted in the artistic traditions of Scotland, though his life unfolded across much of the 20th century. Born in 1915 and passing away in 1999, Crosbie dedicated himself to capturing the essence of his homeland – its rugged landscapes, intimate portraits, and the quiet dignity of everyday life. While not a name immediately reco…

17
dated works
1
chapters
1934
first work
1952
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through william crosbie'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 william crosbie'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.