Spinello Aretino
The Legacy of Spinello Aretino In the vibrant tapestry of fourteenth-century Tuscany, few threads are as intricately woven as those left by Spinello Aretino. Born into a family of Florentine goldsmiths, his true name was Spinello Di Luca Spinelli, but he became known to history by the moniker "Aretino," signifying his connection to Arezzo. His life and career were shaped by the political shifts of his era; his family had sought refuge…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Spinello Aretino'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 Spinello Aretino'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.