Jean-François Oeben
early life and career jean-françois oeben, a german ébéniste (cabinetmaker) by profession, was born in paris in 1721. despite being of german origin, his career flourished in the heart of france, where he worked for the aristocracy and the royal court. notable works and clients * jean-françois oeben's most notable work includes a roll-top desk, known as the bureau du roi, made for louis xv. this piece showcases his mastery of marquetry…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Jean-François Oeben'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 Jean-François Oeben'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.