Early Modern

Julius Caesar Ibbetson

Born 1759 Died 1817 Works span 1785–1785

Early Life and Background Born: December 29, 1759, at Farnley Moor, Leeds, United Kingdom Died: October 13, 1817, Masham, Yorkshire, United Kingdom Parents: Richard Ibbetson (clothier from Yorkshire) and Rebecca Mortimer. Unique Name Origin: Received the name "Julius Caesar" due to his birth via Caesarean section, a rare procedure at the time. He attempted to conceal this fact throughout his life. Early Education: Attended l…

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1785

first work

1785

last work

Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

Scroll through Julius Caesar Ibbetson'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.

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Chapters — Career Periods

The ribbon is divided into shaded bands, one per career chapter. Each chapter groups Julius Caesar Ibbetson'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.