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William Kentridge
William Kentridge: A Palimpsest of Memory and Resistance William Kentridge is a South African artist whose distinctive oeuvre—characterized by intricate drawings, animated films, prints, and theatrical performances—grapples with profound questions about history, trauma, and the complexities of identity. Born in Johannesburg on April 28, 1955, Kentridge’s artistic journey began amidst the turbulent backdrop of apartheid, a system that…
The Lifeline
Scroll through William Kentridge'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 William Kentridge'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.
