c. pye (after charles rodius)
A Life Forged in Shadow: The Story of C. Pye (After Charles Rodius) The name C. Pye is a whisper across the annals of Australian art history, inextricably linked to the more substantial figure of Charles Rodius – or rather, the life *after* Charles Rodius. This connection speaks volumes about the complexities of identity, artistic legacy, and the often-brutal realities faced by transported convicts in the 19th century. Born in Cologne…
The Lifeline
Scroll through c. pye (after charles rodius)'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 c. pye (after charles rodius)'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.
