The Timeline of Art History presented by the Metropolitan Museum of Art is described on the site as a “chronological, geographical, and thematic exploration of the history of art from around the world, as illustrated by the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection.”
The Museum’s curatorial, conservation, and education staff have written and researched the content for the site providing a great reference and research tool for both students an educators. You can explore the site via period, subject, theme or artist.