anne finlay
A Life in Intimate Portraits and Evolving Landscapes Anne Finlay (1898-1963) was a Scottish painter whose work, though perhaps not widely celebrated during her lifetime, offers a compelling glimpse into the artistic currents of mid-20th century Britain. Her canvases are imbued with a quiet intimacy, initially focused on portraits – particularly those of children and family – that gradually expanded to encompass evocative landscapes re…
The Lifeline
Scroll through anne finlay'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 anne finlay'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.