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Yves Saint Laurent
Modern
Modern

Yves Saint Laurent

Born 1936 Died 2008 Works span 1958–1999

A Revolutionary Silhouette: The Life and Legacy of Yves Saint Laurent Yves Henri Donat Mathieu-Saint Laurent, known universally as Yves Saint Laurent or YSL, wasn’t merely a fashion designer; he was an architect of style, a cultural seismograph who redefined the landscape of 20th and 21st-century dress. Born in Oran, Algeria, in 1936, his upbringing amidst the vibrant colors and exotic textures of North Africa instilled within him a l…

14
dated works
5
chapters
1958
first work
1999
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Yves Saint Laurent'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 Yves Saint Laurent'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.