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Francisco Rizi
Francisco Rizi (1608-1685): A Baroque Master of Faith and Majesty Francisco Rizi de Guevara, born in Madrid in 1608, stands as a pivotal figure within the Spanish Baroque artistic landscape. His life’s trajectory intertwined with the grandeur of Philip IV's court and the intellectual fervor of his era, shaping him into one of the most prolific painters of his time—a true testament to the artistic spirit of the seventeenth century. He…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Francisco Rizi'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.
Chapters — Career Periods
The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Francisco Rizi'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.
