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William Salter

1804 – 1875

William Salter
19th Century
19th Century

William Salter

Born 1804 Died 1875 Works span 1825–1874

William Salter: A Portraitist of Victorian Grandeur William Salter (1804 – 22 December 1875) stands as a prominent figure in 19th-century British portraiture, celebrated primarily for his monumental depiction of the Waterloo Banquet—a tableau vivant capturing the momentous occasion commemorating Wellington’s victory at Waterloo. More than just a painter, Salter was an educator and traveler whose experiences profoundly shaped his artis…

85
dated works
1
chapters
1825
first work
1874
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through William Salter'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 William Salter'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.