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The Gleaming Geometry of John B. Flannagan John Bradley Flannagan (1905-1987) was a pivotal, though often underrecognized, figure in the development of American abstract sculpture. Born in Philadelphia, his artistic journey wasn't one of immediate recognition but rather a slow burn fueled by an unwavering dedication to exploring form and material. He emerged during a period where European modernism was taking root in America, yet he f…
The Lifeline
Scroll through john b flannagan'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 john b flannagan'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.
