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Matthew Paris
Matthew Paris (c.1200-1259): The Illuminated Chronicler of St Albans Matthew Paris, known as Matthæus Parisiensis, stands apart from many medieval artists whose names have faded into obscurity. He was a Benedictine monk at St Albans Abbey who achieved renown not only for his meticulous recordkeeping but also for his extraordinary artistic talent—primarily manifested in the creation of illuminated manuscripts and detailed chronicles do…
The Lifeline
Scroll through Matthew Paris'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 Matthew Paris'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.
