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Habib Rahman
Habib Rahman: Bridging Tradition and Modernism in Indian Architecture Habib Rahman (1915 – 19 December 1995) stands as a pivotal figure in the history of Indian architecture, recognized for his pioneering role in introducing the Bauhaus aesthetic into the subcontinent. Born in Kolkata, India, Rahman’s journey from university scholar to celebrated architect exemplifies a fascinating fusion of Eastern and Western artistic sensibilities—…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Habib Rahman'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 Habib Rahman'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.
