Rococo painters, ranked

100 Famous Rococo Painters: The Definitive Ranking

The most famous Rococo painter is Αντουάν Βαττώ (1684–1721), known for Pierrot, formerly known as Gilles and Η Πρώτη Επίσκεψη στην Κύθηρα. Next come Καναλέττο, Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα Τιέπολο, Φρανσουά Μπουσέ and Ζαν Ονορέ Φραγκονάρ. This ranking of the 100 most famous Rococo painters runs from Jean-François De Troy (born 1645) to Εdouard Honoré Ave (born 1818), across 18 countries.

How this list is ranked. Artists whose works our catalogue files under Rococo, in the order of our fame ranking of artists. Artists without a Wikidata identifier born after 1955 are left out until verified. The Wikipedia figure next to each name is the number of our 32 languages in which Wikipedia has an article on the artist.

  1. Pierrot, formerly known as Gilles by Αντουάν Βαττώ1Αντουάν Βαττώ
  2. The Stonemason's Yard by Καναλέττο2Καναλέττο
  3. The Adoration of the Magi by Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα Τιέπολο3Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα Τιέπολο

The essentials

Rococo at a glance

  • 100Artists
  • 1645–1818Years of birth
  • 18Countries of birth
  • 5Women
  • 1Living artists
  • 11.037Works in our catalogue
Cities with most births
Παρίσι (15), Βενετία (9), Venice (4), Βαλανσιέν (2)

Ranked, with their masterpieces

The ranking: 100 Rococo Painters and their key works

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Αντουάν Βαττώ

Γάλλος Born in Βαλανσιέν Ροκοκό Wikipedia in 31/32 languages

Αντουάν Βαττώ

He did not rely on the heavy, rigid lines of the previous era; instead, he favored a feathery brushstroke that suggested movement and air. This method allowed him to build a world that felt both present and fleeting, a quality that defined his unique approach to the canvas. He arrived at a moment when the heavy, dramatic shadows of the Baroque were beginning to wane, and he breathed new life into the medium by shifting its focus toward the Rococo.

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Καναλέττο

Italian Born in Βενετία Vedute, topographical style Wikipedia in 30/32 languages

Καναλέττο

His first known signed and dated work, an Architectural Capriccio from 1723, appeared in a private collection in Milan. In 1725, he painted The Stonemason's Yard, a work that shows his early skill in capturing architectural detail. Across the Atlantic, the National Gallery of Art in Washington holds his 1742 work, View of the Church and the Doge's Palace from the Procuratie Vecchie.

Where to see His presence remains felt in the collections of major institutions across Europe and beyond.

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Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα Τιέπολο

Italian Born in Βενετία Rococo and Baroque Wikipedia in 30/32 languages

Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα Τιέπολο

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Ζαν Σιμεόν Σαρντέν

Γάλλος Born in Παρίσι Φυσιοκρατισμός Wikipedia in 27/32 languages

Ζαν Σιμεόν Σαρντέν

Chardin’s presence in Paris was marked by a steady, quiet ascent through the city's artistic circles. For much of his career, he resided on the Left Bank near Saint-Sulpice, a location that anchored his life within the familiar rhythms of the neighborhood. By focusing on the tangible reality of a copper pot or a piece of fruit, he paved the way for the Realist movement, influencing painters like Gustave Courbet who sought to depict life without embellishment.

Where to see His presence is felt strongly in Paris, where the Musée du Louvre holds a significant portion of his output.

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Τόμας Γκένσμπορο

British Born in Σάντμπερι Rococo, Romanticism Wikipedia in 29/32 languages

Τόμας Γκένσμπορο

The brush moved with a certain restless energy across his canvases, favoring quick brushstrokes that suggested form rather than laboriously defining it. He did not merely seek to record a face, but to capture the subtle interplay between human emotion and the splendor of the natural world.

Where to see To walk through the rooms of Gainsborough’s House in Sudbury is to step into the very environment that nurtured his early vision.

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Τζόσουα Ρέινολντς

British Born in Πλίμουθ Grand Style Wikipedia in 31/32 languages

Τζόσουα Ρέινολντς

He returned to England with a clear vision for how British art could move beyond simple likenesses. He began to promote a method known as the 'Grand Style,' a way of painting that sought to improve upon reality. His works remain central to the study of this era, held in significant collections such as the National Gallery and the National Portrait Gallery Collection.

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Ζαν-Μπατίστ Γκρεζ

Γάλλος Born in Τουρνύ Ροκοκό, Γενρε ζωγραφική Wikipedia in 22/32 languages

Ζαν-Μπατίστ Γκρεζ

Le Père de famille expliquant la Bible à ses enfants (1755): Κεντρικό έργο της πρώτης επιτυχίας του, που ενσωματώνει τις ιδέες του Διαφωτισμού για την οικογενειακή αγνότητα και ηθική διδασκαλία. La Jeune Fille qui pleure son oiseau mort (c. 1765): Δείχνει την ικανότητα του Γκρούζ να αποτυπώνει συναισθήματα και να αφηγείται συγκινητικές ιστορίες.

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Μπερνάρντο Μπελλοττο

Ιταλιάνος Born in Βενετία Veduta, αστικό τοπίο, τεχνίτης γραφιστής Wikipedia in 27/32 languages

Μπερνάρντο Μπελλοττο

The Ruins of the Old Kreuzkirche in Dresden (1765). Rio dei Mendicanti with the Scuola di San Marco (detail) (1738). This meticulous restoration effort was so successful that the historic centre of Warsaw was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1980.

Where to see In Dresden, the Gemäldegalerie holds a significant portion of his output, including views of the city that captured its architectural life before the ravages of war.

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Φραντσέσκο Γκουάρντι

Ιταλός Born in Βενετία *Vedute*, *Pittura di tocco* Wikipedia in 27/32 languages

Φραντσέσκο Γκουάρντι

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Τιεπόλο, Τιεπόλο

Ιταλιάνος Born in Βενετία Ροκοκό Wikipedia in 18/32 languages

Τιεπόλο, Τιεπόλο

As the son of the legendary Giovanni Battista Tiepolo, Giandomenico did not merely inherit a name; he inherited a visual language of light, movement, and theatricality.

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Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα Πιατσεττά

Ιταλός Born in Βενετία Ροκοκό Wikipedia in 16/32 languages

Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα Πιατσεττά

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Μωρίς Κεντέν ντε Λα Τουρ

Γάλλος Born in Σαιν-Καντέν Ροκακό Wikipedia in 23/32 languages

Μωρίς Κεντέν ντε Λα Τουρ

The stylistic imprint of Flemish Baroque artists is evident in De La Tour’s meticulous attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of drapery folds and facial expressions—characteristics that would become hallmarks of his oeuvre. Furthermore, he absorbed inspiration from English Rococo aesthetics, which favored a lighter palette and an emphasis on decorative elements. His initial portraits—particularly the captivating depiction of Voltaire (1731)—demonstrated an innate talent for capturing not merely likeness but also psychological nuance.

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Ιωάννης Ζόφηνός

Γερμανός Born in Φρανκφούρτη Νεοκλασικισμός Wikipedia in 15/32 languages

Ιωάννης Ζόφηνός

Tribuna of the Uffizi (1772-1778): Ίσως το πιο διάσημο έργο του, μια ακριβής απεικόνιση της Galleria degli Uffizi στη Φλωρεντία. Dr William Hunter Teaching Anatomy at the Royal Academy (1779): Ένα συναρπαστικό πορτρέτο της ιατρικής εκπαίδευσης και της επιστημονικής έρευνας. George III (1771): Ένα βασιλικό πορτρέτο που αναδεικνύει τη δύναμη και την κομψότητα του Βασιλιά.

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Λουί-Μισέλ βαν Λου

French Born in Τουλόν Rococo Wikipedia in 17/32 languages

Λουί-Μισέλ βαν Λου

Van Loo’s artistic style is defined by its elegant compositions, refined brushwork, and flattering depictions of his subjects. Influenced by artists like Hyacinthe Rigaud, he developed a distinctive approach to portraiture that emphasized not only likeness but also the projection of power and social status. Even at this nascent stage, van Loo demonstrated exceptional talent, earning a prize from the prestigious Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture in Paris in 1725 – a testament to his burgeoning skill and promise.

Pupil of Jean-Baptiste van Loo #53

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Ζαν-Ετιέν Λιοτάρ

Ελβετός Born in Γενεύη Wikipedia in 20/32 languages

Ζαν-Ετιέν Λιοτάρ

In his treatise, Traité des principes et des règles de la peinture, he argued that the purpose of painting was to act as a mirror of nature. This philosophy guided his hand whether he was working in oil, printmaking, or his most characteristic medium, pastel.

Where to see The distribution of Liotard’s output across Europe and beyond allows for a varied study of his technical precision.

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Ζαν-Μπαστίστ Σιμων Τσαρίν

Γάλλος Born in Βαλανσιέν Ροκοκό Παστέλ Wikipedia in 13/32 languages

Ζαν-Μπαστίστ Σιμων Τσαρίν

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Σαρλ Αντρέ βαν Λου

Γάλλος Born in Νίκαια Ροκοκό ζωγραφική Wikipedia in 16/32 languages

Σαρλ Αντρέ βαν Λου

Portrait of Marie Leszczynska, Queen of France – Ένα αξιοσημάντο βασιλικό πορτρέτο. Self Portrait – Προσφέρει μια ματιά στην αυτοεικόνα του καλλιτέχνη. Perseus and Andromeda (πολλαπλές εκδοχές) – Εικονοποιεί την ικανότητα στην απεικόνιση της κλασικής μυθολογίας.

Pupil of Jean-Baptiste van Loo #53

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Franz Anton Maulbertsch

Γερμανός/ Αυστριακός Born in Langenargen Ροκοκό, 巴洛κ Wikipedia in 16/32 languages

Franz Anton Maulbertsch

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Σαρλ Αντουάν Κουαπέλ

Γάλλος Born in Παρίσι Μπαρόκ Ροκοκό Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

Σαρλ Αντουάν Κουαπέλ

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Adélaïde Labille-Guiard

French Born in Paris Rococo to Neoclassicism Wikipedia in 20/32 languages

Adélaïde Labille-Guiard

Adélaïde Labille-Guiard (1749–1803) stands as a remarkable figure in the history of French art, not merely for her exquisite portraits but also for her courageous challenge to the restrictive conventions that governed women’s roles within the artistic world. She defied societal expectations, navigated institutional barriers, and ultimately paved the way for future generations of female painters.

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Ντμίτρι Γκριγκόριεβιτς Λεβίτσκυ

Ουκρανο-Ρώσος Born in Κίεβο Κλασική Πορτραϊριστική Wikipedia in 16/32 languages

Ντμίτρι Γκριγκόριεβιτς Λεβίτσκυ

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Τζανμπαττίστα Πιττόνι

Born in Βενετία Late Baroque, Rococo Wikipedia in 19/32 languages

Τζανμπαττίστα Πιττόνι

Some of his most notable subjects include: Religious Iconography: Works such as Saint Roch and St Elizabeth Distributing Alms demonstrate his ability to portray Christian compassion and resilience through dramatic lighting and poignant human interaction.

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Φρανσουά Ομπέρ Ντρουά

Born in Παρίσι Rococo Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

Φρανσουά Ομπέρ Ντρουά

Through his eyes, we witness the quiet dignity and understated elegance of figures such as Madame Jacques Benoit Loys and the Comte de Vaudreuil.

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Βλαντιμίρ Λουκίτς Μποροβίσκοβσκι

Born in Μίρχοροντ Wikipedia in 14/32 languages

Βλαντιμίρ Λουκίτς Μποροβίσκοβσκι

The ideas of Prince Nikolay Lvov also profoundly shaped his artistic vision. Artistic Movement: His work bridges the Rococo and Romanticism movements, exhibiting elements of both styles. Influences: He was influenced by Dmitry Levitzky and Johann Baptist Lampi, receiving private lessons from both.

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Elisabeth-Louise Vigée-Lebrun

Elisabeth-Louise Vigée-Lebrun

She traveled extensively throughout Europe – Italy, Austria, Russia, and England – continuing to paint portraits of the aristocracy and establishing new networks of patronage. Petersburg, and London, where she was elected as an honorary member of the Royal Academy of Arts. Though the political landscape had changed dramatically, she was welcomed back into society and continued to paint until her death in Paris on March 30, 1842.

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Κοράντο Γιακίντο

Ιταλικός Born in Μολφέττα Ροκοκό Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

Κοράντο Γιακίντο

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Γιόχαν Χάινριχ Τίշμπαϊν

Γερμανός Born in Χάινα Ροκοκό Wikipedia in 10/32 languages

Γιόχαν Χάινριχ Τίշμπαϊν

The historical importance of Johann Heinrich Tischbein the Elder extends far beyond his individual achievements; he served as the cornerstone of a multi-generational artistic dynasty. By maintaining the role of gallery director in Kassel, he helped curate a visual legacy that would inspire his nephews and much of the next generation of German painters. His appointment as the court painter to William VIII, Landgrave of Hesse-Kassel, marked a pinnacle in his professional life.

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Κρίστιαν Βίλχελμ Ερνστ Ντίτριχ

German Born in Βαιμάρ Imitation of Dutch & Italian masters Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

Κρίστιαν Βίλχελμ Ερνστ Ντίτριχ

He was an artist who found his voice through the voices of others, ensuring that the brilliance of the Dutch and Italian masters continued to shine brightly within the German courts.

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Charles Amédée Philippe Van Loo

French Born in Rivoli Rococo, Portraiture Wikipedia in 13/32 languages

Charles Amédée Philippe Van Loo

Vanloo's artistic style was deeply rooted in the traditions of the Baroque and Roman art academies, but he also drew inspiration from the work of contemporary artists such as Nicolas Lancret and Jean-Honoré Fragonard. His compositions are often dynamic and asymmetrical, creating a sense of movement and energy. He skillfully blended these influences to create a distinctive Rococo style characterized by its elegance, grace, and theatricality.

Pupil of Jean-Baptiste van Loo #53

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Γκουστάφ Λούντμπεργ

Σουηδός Born in Στοκχόλμη Ροκοκό ζωγράφος παστέλ Wikipedia in 14/32 languages

Γκουστάφ Λούντμπεργ

His portfolio serves as a visual chronicle of the 18th-century elite, featuring breathtaking depictions of Louis XV and his queen, Maria Leszczyńska. His life’s work remains a testament to several key artistic achievements: The Elevation of Pastel: He helped transition pastel from a secondary medium to a primary vehicle for high-status portraiture. Immersed in the rigorous traditions of French academies, he studied under luminaries such as Hyacinthe Rigaud and Nicolas de Largillière, absorbing the grandiosity of classical portraiture.

Pupil of Jean-François De Troy #25

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Λαγκρενέ Ο Λớος

English Born in Παρίσι Romanticism, Animal Painting Wikipedia in 15/32 languages

Λαγκρενέ Ο Λớος

Landscape with Salmacis and Hermaphroditus, ένα εξαιρετικό δείγμα της δεξιοτεχνίας του στη ζωγραφική ελαίου, το οποίο στεγάζεται σήμερα στο Mauritshuis (Το Όχρη, Ολλανδία).

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Jean-Baptiste van Loo

French Born in Aix-en-Provence Baroque, Rococo Wikipedia in 15/32 languages

Jean-Baptiste van Loo

His father, Louis-Abraham van Loo, himself the son of Jacob van Loo, instilled in him not only technical skill but also an appreciation for the power and prestige associated with portraiture.

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John Wollaston

English Rococo Painting

John Wollaston

His work bears an unmistakable resemblance to the portraits of Thomas Hudson and Allan Ramsay, capturing not just the likeness of his subjects but the very essence of their social standing. His journey across the Atlantic in 1749 marked a transformative chapter for both the artist and the colonies. While later giants like Benjamin West and Gilbert Stuart would command the spotlight of American portraiture, Wollaston’s true contribution lies in his role as a pioneer, introducing the delicate elegance and shimmering sophistication of the Rococo style to North America.

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Anna Dorothea Therbusch

German Born in Berlin Rococo Wikipedia in 13/32 languages

Anna Dorothea Therbusch

Anna Dorothea Therbusch (1721-1782) stands as a remarkable figure in the annals of Rococo art history —a woman artist who defied societal expectations and achieved considerable renown during the Enlightenment. Born into a family steeped in artistic tradition, her father, Georg Lisiewski, was himself a celebrated Berlin portrait painter, establishing a lineage dedicated to visual representation. Her acceptance into the Académie royale de peinture et de sculpture marked a pivotal moment in her career, affording her access to influential mentors and fostering collaborations with fellow artists like Philippe Hackert.

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Michele Marieschi

Italian Born in Venice Vedute Venice Wikipedia in 9/32 languages

Michele Marieschi

Born in Venice in 1710, Marieschi emerged from a lineage of craftsmanship, being the son of a woodcarver—a background that likely instilled in him a profound respect for structure, texture, and the physical essence of the objects he depicted. In the golden age of the Venetian Rococo, few artists captured the ephemeral magic of the Serenissima with as much vitality as Michele Giovanni Marieschi.

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Antonio Corradini

Italian Born in Este Rococo

Antonio Corradini

He built upon the dramatic energy of the former while embracing the lightness, elegance, and playful sensuality of the latter. The ability to create such realistic illusions with marble solidified his place as one of the leading sculptors of his time. After leaving Vienna, Corradini spent his final years in Rome and Naples, continuing to refine his art until his death in 1752.

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Μάισεν

Γερμανός Born in Μάισεν Κεραμικό σκληρό πλασματισμός (Hard-paste porcelain)

Μάισεν

"Αλληγορικές Σκέψεις της Αρετής" – Καταδεικνύει την ικανότητα του εργοστασίου να αποτυπώνει σύνθετες έννοιες σε γλυπτική μορφή, αναδεικνύοντας λεπτομερή λεπτομέρειες και εξεrefined καλλιτεχνική όραση. "Κάτω Λεοπάρδος" – Αντιπροσωπεύει ένα επιδεξιοτεχνό μείγμα ρεαλισμού και κομψότητας, αντανακλώντας την αφοσίωση του Meissen στην απεικόνιση των ζώων με αξιοσημείωτη ακρίβεια και χάρη.

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Gerard van Spaendonck

Born in Tilburg Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

Gerard van Spaendonck

He contributed over fifty works to Les Vélins du Roi, a renowned collection of botanical watercolors commissioned by the French royal family. Fleurs Dessinees d'apres Nature (Flowers Drawn from Life): Published between 1799 and 1801, this series of twenty-four engraved plates served as a valuable resource for students of floral painting. Van Spaendonck died in Paris in 1822 and is buried in Père Lachaise Cemetery.

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Ιωσήφ Χάιμορς

Βρετανός Born in Λονδίνο Ροκοκό Wikipedia in 10/32 languages

Ιωσήφ Χάιμορς

He continued to refine his craft until his retirement to Canterbury in 1762, where he lived with his daughter and son-in-law, pursuing scholarly interests alongside his artistic pursuits.

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Φράνσις Χέιμαν

English Born in Έξετερ Rococo Wikipedia in 10/32 languages

Φράνσις Χέιμαν

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Λουί Τοκέ

French Born in Παρίσι Portrait painting Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

Λουί Τοκέ

Nattier’s atelier became Tocqué’s formative environment, where he honed his skills under the tutelage of masters like Hyacinthe Rigaud and Nicolas Bertin. While Tocqué’s output was relatively modest compared to some of his contemporaries, his portraits—particularly those commissioned by royalty—remain valuable examples of 18th-century French art.

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Antonio Balestra

Born in Verona Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

Antonio Balestra

He then traveled to Bologna and subsequently Rome, working in the workshop of the renowned Carlo Maratta. Roman Classicism: Working with Maratta exposed him to classical ideals and academic rigor.

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Georg Desmarées

Swedish-German Born in Stockholm City Rococo, Portraiture Wikipedia in 9/32 languages

Georg Desmarées

His early works, heavily influenced by his uncle Meytens and the French masters, exhibited a meticulous attention to detail and a restrained elegance. As he matured, de Marées increasingly embraced the Rococo aesthetic, evident in his use of brighter colors, more fluid brushwork, and a generally lighter, more decorative approach. Other notable works include portraits of members of the Elector’s family, such as The Countess Holstein (Lenbachhaus, Munich) and The Princess Portia (Staatsgalerie, Stuttgart).

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Κορνέλις Τροστ

Ολλανδός Born in Άμστερνταμ Rοκοκό σκηνές είδους Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

Κορνέλις Τροστ

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Jacques De Lajoue

French Born in Paris Neoclassical Painting Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

Jacques De Lajoue

These works were not mere depictions of existing structures but were instead monumental visions of palaces, temples, and manicured gardens designed to evoke a sense of mathematical harmony and sublime order. While his name may not resonate with the same immediate thunder as contemporaries like Boucher or Watteau, Lajoue occupied a unique niche in the French canon, serving as an artist who could bridge the gap between the rigid grandeur of classical structure and the delicate, emotive spirit of the Rococo.

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Per Krafft the Elder

Swedish Born in Arboga Rococo Wikipedia in 7/32 languages

Per Krafft the Elder

Beyond his individual achievements, Per the Elder Krafft’s historical significance is cemented by the artistic legacy he left within his own family. His children, Per Krafft the Younger and the miniaturist Wilhelmina Krafft, both studied at the Royal Swedish Academy of Fine Arts, carrying forward the technical excellence and emotive depth instilled by their father.

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Johann Georg Pinzel

Ukrainian, Czech Born in Buchach Baroque, Rococo

Johann Georg Pinzel

Settling in Buchach, Pinsel quickly established himself as a favored artist within Potocki's circle. This synergy is particularly evident in projects like the Buchach Town Hall (1750s) and the Trinitarian Church (1756-1757), where architecture and sculpture coalesce into a unified expression of Baroque grandeur. Despite his prolific output, Pinsel’s life ended relatively early, between September 16, 1761, and October 24, 1762, likely in Buchach.

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Alessandro Longhi

Born in Venice Wikipedia in 10/32 languages

Alessandro Longhi

Longhi specialized in portraiture, particularly depictions of Venetian nobles and prominent figures. His portraits often feature elaborate robes and emblems of office, reflecting his subjects’ positions and power – a characteristic noted in comparison to artists like Sebastiano Bombelli. While deeply influenced by his father's realistic approach, Alessandro Longhi also demonstrated an appreciation for other masters.

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Giuseppe Bonito

Italian Born in Castellammare di Stabia Rococo Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

Giuseppe Bonito

Born in 1707 in Castellammare di Stabia, Bonito emerged from a period of profound artistic transition, where the dramatic weight of the Baroque was beginning to soften into the playful elegance of the Rococo. Though some of his works were historically subject to attribution disputes—often being confused with those of his contemporary, Gaspare Traversi —modern scholarship has helped to reclaim Bonito’s distinct identity.

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Λουί Ντε Σιλβέστρ

Γάλλος Born in Σο, Μπαρόκ, Ροκοκό Wikipedia in 7/32 languages

Λουί Ντε Σιλβέστρ

These monumental paintings showcase Silvestre's ability to seamlessly blend classical mythology with Baroque aesthetics. The “ Arion playing the Lyre ” is a particularly striking example, capturing the drama and emotion of the myth in a visually stunning composition. He represents a crucial link between the Baroque traditions of France and the emerging Rococo style, embodying a synthesis of classical learning and aristocratic patronage.

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Luis Paret Y Alcázar

Spanish Born in Madrid Rococo Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

Luis Paret Y Alcázar

In the vibrant, sun-drenched tapestry of 18th-century Spain, few artists captured the delicate interplay of light and social elegance as masterfully as Luis Paret y Alcázar. Paret’s artistic foundation was laid within the prestigious halls of the Academia Real de San Fernando. His influence traveled across oceans, notably shaping the trajectory of Puerto Rican art through his pupil, José Campeche.

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Γιόχαν Σαλόμον Βάλ

Γερμανική, Δανική Born in Χέμνιτς Wikipedia in 5/32 languages

Γιόχαν Σαλόμον Βάλ

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Giuseppe Nogari

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Giuseppe Nogari

His talent attracted the attention of powerful international patrons, most notably the German nobility residing in Venice, such as Sigismund Streit and Johann Matthias von der Schulenburg.

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Ζαν Ρανκ

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Ζαν Ρανκ

Ranc’s artistic style closely mirrored that of Hyacinthe Rigaud, characterized by a refined Rococo aesthetic infused with subtle realism. He secured commissions from prominent figures of Parisian society, including François Verdier and Carlos III de España, demonstrating his ability to adapt to diverse artistic tastes. Jean Ranc's contribution to 18th-century portraiture lies in his embodiment of the Rigaudian style—a synthesis of Baroque grandeur and Rococo delicacy that solidified its position as a dominant aesthetic during Philip V’s reign.

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Ναθανιέλ Χον Ο Παλαιότερος

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Ναθανιέλ Χον Ο Παλαιότερος

He skillfully blended illusionistic techniques with tonal gradations, creating images that resonate with emotional depth. ‘ The Honourable Mrs Curzon’ (1778): This miniature showcases Hone's exceptional skill in capturing the subtleties of facial expression and posture—a hallmark of Rococo portraiture. Nathaniel Hone I exerted considerable influence on subsequent generations of artists, particularly those exploring the Barbizon landscape style.

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Jean Raoux

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Jean Raoux

His career unfolded against a backdrop of shifting tastes—a transition from the grandeur of the Baroque to the more intimate sensibilities of the Rococo —and he deftly navigated these currents, leaving behind a body of work that continues to intrigue and delight. He spent three formative years in Italy, specifically Venice, undertaking decorative commissions for the palace of Giustiniani Solini. Following a stay in England in 1720, Raoux spent much of his later life decorating rooms within the Temple complex in Paris.

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Francesco Zugno

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Francesco Zugno

Within the luminous and often overwhelming splendor of eighteenth-century Venice, the name Francesco Zugno emerges as a vital, if somewhat enigmatic, thread in the tapestry of the Rococo era. His early years were shaped by the prestigious traditions of his ancestors, including the fifteenth-century painter Giambattista Zugno, and he received formal training at the Academy of Painting and Sculpture of Venice.

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Joseph Boze

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Joseph Boze

Notably, he survived the Reign of Terror thanks to his unwavering loyalty and diplomatic connections, demonstrating an astute awareness of political realities. Among his most celebrated commissions were portraits of Jean-Paul Marat—a revolutionary icon—and Charles Eugène Gabriel de la Croix, Marquis de Castries—a military leader who played a crucial role in restoring the monarchy. His work represents a pivotal moment in French art history —a testament to artistic excellence amidst political turmoil.

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Louis Joseph Watteau

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Louis Joseph Watteau

Recognizing his son's prodigious talent early on, Jean secured him an apprenticeship with Antoine Goujon, a sculptor renowned for his monumental works at Versailles—a connection that would prove invaluable to Watteau’s artistic development. He subsequently studied under Nicolas Frémiet, further honing his skills in drawing and etching, disciplines that would serve as crucial tools throughout his career. His innovative techniques—particularly his atmospheric perspective and luminous color palettes—inspired painters across Europe, including Jean-Honoré Fragonard and François Boucher, who embraced fêtes galantes as their primary expressive medium.

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Jacobus Buys

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Jacobus Buys

However, he wasn’t simply replicating past styles; he synthesized these influences with the prevailing Rococo aesthetic sweeping across Europe. Buys’s ability to seamlessly blend these influences—the Dutch tradition of realism with the French Rococo's emphasis on elegance and ornamentation—is what sets him apart. The influence of earlier Dutch masters is subtly present in Buys's work, particularly in his meticulous attention to detail and the use of light and shadow reminiscent of the Golden Age painters.

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Ιερώνυμος Θηός

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Ιερώνυμος Θηός

Unlike many artists of his time who slavishly imitated Italian models, Theus consciously adopted stylistic elements favored by the British aristocracy, mirroring their penchant for elaborate ornamentation and idealized depictions of beauty. Technique & Materials: Theus employed oil paints on canvas, utilizing meticulous layering techniques to achieve luminous effects and subtle gradations of color. Notable Commissions & Patronage: Theus’s success stemmed largely from securing commissions from wealthy Charleston families—the Elliots, Grimball, Heyward, Izard, Manigault—who valued his ability to convey status and prestige.

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Vigilius Eriksen

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Vigilius Eriksen

From his beginnings in Copenhagen to the heights of the Russian imperial court and his eventual return to Denmark as a royal portraitist for Christian VI, he remained a central figure in the visual identity of the era's most powerful figures.

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Georg David Matthieu

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Georg David Matthieu

Matthieu utilizes specific elements to communicate status: The inclusion of books and maps to suggest intellectual pursuit and territorial dominion. His friendship with Jakob Philipp Hackert likely brings broader European influences into his practice, particularly through shared study trips to Italy.

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Robert Tournières

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Robert Tournières

He skillfully blended elements of Dutch intimacy – particularly evident in his genre scenes – with the emerging lightness and elegance that would come to define the Rococo style. While not considered among the most powerful painters of his era, critics acknowledged his careful technique and refined execution. This influence is visible in his attention to light, shadow, and the intimate portrayal of everyday life.

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Jose Del Castillo

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Jose Del Castillo

Illustrative Mastery: Notable contributions to literature, including exquisite drawings for the 1780 edition of Don Quixote, where his line work breathed new life into Cervantes' legendary characters.

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Domenico Duprà

Italian Born in Turin Rococo Wikipedia in 6/32 languages

Domenico Duprà

To reflect upon the breadth of his contributions, one might consider the following pillars of his career: Stylistic Synthesis: The seamless blending of Roman classical training with the light, decorative elegance of French Rococo portraiture. Ultimately, Giorgio Domenico Duprà remains a visionary of the Rococo movement. Courtly Service: A distinguished career serving the House of Braganza in Portugal, the Stuart family in Rome, and the House of Savoy in Italy.

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The paintings behind the names

Famous Rococo works and the artists who made them

  1. Pierrot, formerly known as Gilles by Αντουάν Βαττώ

    Pierrot, formerly known as Gilles

    Αντουάν Βαττώ

    Γκραντ Παλέ, Paris

  2. The Stonemason's Yard by Καναλέττο

    The Stonemason's Yard

    Καναλέττο

    1726 · Εθνική Πινακοθήκη Λονδίνου

  3. The Adoration of the Magi by Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα Τιέπολο

    The Adoration of the Magi

    Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα Τιέπολο

    1750 · Μετροπολιτικό Μουσείο Τέχνης, Νέα Υόρκη

  4. Diana getting out of her bath by Φρανσουά Μπουσέ

    Diana getting out of her bath

    Φρανσουά Μπουσέ

    1742

  5. Η Κούνια by Ζαν Ονορέ Φραγκονάρ

    Η Κούνια

    Ζαν Ονορέ Φραγκονάρ

    1750 · Μουσείο Θυσσεν-Βορνημισάζα, Μαδρίτη

  6. Άνθος περασμένων χρόνων by Ζαν Σιμεόν Σαρντέν

    Άνθος περασμένων χρόνων

    Ζαν Σιμεόν Σαρντέν

    1768 · Μουσείο του Λούβρου, Παρίσι

  7. Conversation in a Park by Τόμας Γκένσμπορο

    Conversation in a Park

    Τόμας Γκένσμπορο

    1740 · Μουσείο του Λούβρου, Παρίσι

  8. Admiral Paul Henry Ourry (1719–1783), MP, with 'Jersey' by Τζόσουα Ρέινολντς

    Admiral Paul Henry Ourry (1719–1783), MP, with 'Jersey'

    Τζόσουα Ρέινολντς

    1748 · Εθνική Πινάκοθήκη της Σκωτίας, Πλίμουθ

Through time

A Rococo timeline in masterpieces

  1. 1678
  2. 1726
  3. 1735
  4. 1736
  5. 1737
  6. 1742
  7. 1744
  8. 1748
  9. 1750
  10. 1754
  11. 1760
  12. 1765
  13. 1768
  14. 1769

In figures

By the numbers

All of them, in order

List of the 100 famous Rococo painters

  1. 1Αντουάν ΒαττώΑντουάν ΒαττώΓάλλος · 1684–1721
  2. 2ΚαναλέττοΚαναλέττοItalian · 1697–1768
  3. 3Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα ΤιέπολοΤζιοβάνι Μπατίστα ΤιέπολοItalian · 1696–1770
  4. 4Φρανσουά ΜπουσέΦρανσουά ΜπουσέΓάλλος · 1703–1770
  5. 5Ζαν Ονορέ ΦραγκονάρΖαν Ονορέ ΦραγκονάρΓάλλος · 1732–1806
  6. 6Ζαν Σιμεόν ΣαρντένΖαν Σιμεόν ΣαρντένΓάλλος · 1699–1779
  7. 7Τόμας ΓκένσμποροΤόμας ΓκένσμποροBritish · 1727–1788
  8. 8Τζόσουα ΡέινολντςΤζόσουα ΡέινολντςBritish · 1723–1792
  9. 9Ζαν-Μπατίστ ΓκρεζΖαν-Μπατίστ ΓκρεζΓάλλος · 1725–1805
  10. 10Μπερνάρντο ΜπελλοττοΜπερνάρντο ΜπελλοττοΙταλιάνος · 1722–1780
  11. 11Φραντσέσκο ΓκουάρντιΦραντσέσκο ΓκουάρντιΙταλός · 1712–1793
  12. 12Πιέτρο ΛόνγκιΠιέτρο ΛόνγκιΙταλός · 1701–1785
  13. 13Τιεπόλο, ΤιεπόλοΤιεπόλο, ΤιεπόλοΙταλιάνος · 1727–1804
  14. 14Τζιοβάνι Μπατίστα ΠιατσεττάΤζιοβάνι Μπατίστα ΠιατσεττάΙταλός · 1683–1754
  15. 15Νικολά ΛανκρέΝικολά Λανκρέ1689–1743
  16. 16Ζοζέφ ΒερνέΖοζέφ Βερνέ1714–1789
  17. 17Ροζάλμπα ΚαρριέραΡοζάλμπα ΚαρριέραΙταλίδα · 1675–1757
  18. 18Ζαν-Μαρκ ΝατιέΖαν-Μαρκ ΝατιέΓάλλος · 1685–1766
  19. 19Μωρίς Κεντέν ντε Λα ΤουρΜωρίς Κεντέν ντε Λα ΤουρΓάλλος · 1704–1788
  20. 20Αλεξάντερ ΡόσλινΑλεξάντερ Ρόσλιν1718–1793
  21. 21Ιωάννης ΖόφηνόςΙωάννης ΖόφηνόςΓερμανός · 1733–1810
  22. 22Λουί-Μισέλ βαν ΛουΛουί-Μισέλ βαν ΛουFrench · 1707–1771
  23. 23Ζαν-Ετιέν ΛιοτάρΖαν-Ετιέν ΛιοτάρΕλβετός · 1702–1789
  24. 24Φρανσουά ΛεμουάνΦρανσουά Λεμουάν1688–1737
  25. 25Jean-François De TroyJean-François De Troy1645–1730
  26. 26Ζαν-Μπαστίστ Σιμων ΤσαρίνΖαν-Μπαστίστ Σιμων ΤσαρίνΓάλλος · 1695–1736
  27. 27Σαρλ Αντρέ βαν ΛουΣαρλ Αντρέ βαν ΛουΓάλλος · 1705–1765
  28. 28ΦρανচেስΚο ΖουκαρέλιΦρανচেስΚο ΖουκαρέλιΙταλός · 1702–1788
  29. 29Γιάκοπο ΑμιγκόνιΓιάκοπο ΑμιγκόνιΙταλός · 1682–1752
  30. 30Σαρλ-Ζοζέφ ΝατουάρΣαρλ-Ζοζέφ ΝατουάρΓάλλος · 1700–1777
  31. 31Franz Anton MaulbertschFranz Anton MaulbertschΓερμανός/ Αυστριακός · 1724–1796
  32. 32Σαρλ Αντουάν ΚουαπέλΣαρλ Αντουάν ΚουαπέλΓάλλος · 1694–1752
  33. 33Adélaïde Labille-GuiardAdélaïde Labille-GuiardFrench · 1749–1803
  34. 34Ντμίτρι Γκριγκόριεβιτς ΛεβίτσκυΝτμίτρι Γκριγκόριεβιτς ΛεβίτσκυΟυκρανο-Ρώσος · 1735–1822
  35. 35Ζαν-Μπατίστ ΠιγκαλέΖαν-Μπατίστ Πιγκαλέ1725–1805
  36. 36Άννα Βαλλαιέρ-ΚόστερΆννα Βαλλαιέρ-ΚόστερΓαλλική · 1744–1818
  37. 37Λουδοβίκος ΛαγκρανέΛουδοβίκος ΛαγκρανέΓάλλος · 1756–1827
  38. 38Τζανμπαττίστα ΠιττόνιΤζανμπαττίστα Πιττόνι1687–1767
  39. 39Κασπάρ φαν ΒίττελΚασπάρ φαν ΒίττελΟλλανδός · 1653–1736
  40. 40Φώτωρ Στεπάνοβιτς ΡοκότοφΦώτωρ Στεπάνοβιτς Ροκότοφ1730–1808
  41. 41Φρανσουά Ομπέρ ΝτρουάΦρανσουά Ομπέρ Ντρουά1727–1775
  42. 42Βλαντιμίρ Λουκίτς ΜποροβίσκοβσκιΒλαντιμίρ Λουκίτς Μποροβίσκοβσκι1757–1825
  43. 43Αντουάν ΠεσνΑντουάν ΠεσνΓαλλική · 1683–1757
  44. 44Άλαν ΡάμσεϊΆλαν Ράμσεϊ1713–1784
  45. 45Elisabeth-Louise Vigée-LebrunElisabeth-Louise Vigée-Lebrun
  46. 46Κοράντο ΓιακίντοΚοράντο ΓιακίντοΙταλικός · 1703–1766
  47. 47Γιόχαν Χάινριχ ΤίշμπαϊνΓιόχαν Χάινριχ ΤίշμπαϊνΓερμανός · 1722–1789
  48. 48Κρίστιαν Βίλχελμ Ερνστ ΝτίτριχΚρίστιαν Βίλχελμ Ερνστ ΝτίτριχGerman · 1712–1774
  49. 49Charles Amédée Philippe Van LooCharles Amédée Philippe Van LooFrench · 1719–1795
  50. 50Γκουστάφ ΛούντμπεργΓκουστάφ ΛούντμπεργΣουηδός · 1695–1786
  51. 51Λαγκρενέ Ο ΛớοςΛαγκρενέ Ο ΛớοςEnglish · 1725–1805
  52. 52Τζάκομπ Ντε ΒίτΤζάκομπ Ντε ΒίτΟλλανδός · 1695–1754
  53. 53Jean-Baptiste van LooJean-Baptiste van LooFrench · 1684–1745
  54. 54John WollastonJohn WollastonEnglish · 1742–1775
  55. 55Καρλ Γουστώς ΠιλόΚαρλ Γουστώς ΠιλόSvensk · 1711–1793
  56. 56Anna Dorothea TherbuschAnna Dorothea TherbuschGerman · 1721–1782
  57. 57Γιόχαν Γκιοργ ΠλάτσερΓιόχαν Γκιοργ ΠλάτσερΑυστριακός · 1704–1761
  58. 58Ναθαναέλ ΧονΝαθαναέλ ΧονΟλλανδός · 1718–1784
  59. 59Michele MarieschiMichele MarieschiItalian · 1710–1743
  60. 60Antonio CorradiniAntonio CorradiniItalian · 1668–1752
  61. 61ΜάισενΜάισενΓερμανός · born 1710
  62. 62Gerard van SpaendonckGerard van Spaendonck1746–1822
  63. 63Ιωσήφ ΧάιμορςΙωσήφ ΧάιμορςΒρετανός · 1692–1780
  64. 64Ζαν Ζακ ΚαφιέριΖαν Ζακ ΚαφιέριΓάλλος · 1678–1755
  65. 65Ζαν-Μπατίστ ΠερονώΖαν-Μπατίστ ΠερονώΓαλλικός · 1715–1783
  66. 66Φράνσις ΧέιμανΦράνσις ΧέιμανEnglish · 1708–1776
  67. 67Λουί ΤοκέΛουί ΤοκέFrench · 1696–1772
  68. 68Ντόνατο ΚρέτιΝτόνατο ΚρέτιΙταλός · 1671–1749
  69. 69Antonio BalestraAntonio Balestra1666–1740
  70. 70Γκάσπαρε ΤραβέρσιΓκάσπαρε ΤραβέρσιΙταλός · 1722–1770
  71. 71Georg DesmaréesGeorg DesmaréesSwedish-German · 1697–1776
  72. 72Ζαν-Μπατίστ ΠιλμάνΖαν-Μπατίστ ΠιλμάνΓαλλική · 1728–1808
  73. 73Κορνέλις ΤροστΚορνέλις ΤροστΟλλανδός · 1696–1750
  74. 74Jacques De LajoueJacques De LajoueFrench · 1686–1761
  75. 75Ρίchard ΚοσουάιΡίchard ΚοσουάιΒρετανός · 1742–1821
  76. 76Φίλιπ ΜερσιέΦίλιπ ΜερσιέΓάλλος · 1689–1760
  77. 77Per Krafft the ElderPer Krafft the ElderSwedish · 1724–1793
  78. 78Johann Georg PinzelJohann Georg PinzelUkrainian, Czech · 1715–1761
  79. 79Alessandro LonghiAlessandro Longhi1733–1813
  80. 80Giuseppe BonitoGiuseppe BonitoItalian · 1707–1789
  81. 81Κριστόφ ΧουέΚριστόφ ΧουέΓάλλος · 1700–1759
  82. 82Λουί Ντε ΣιλβέστρΛουί Ντε ΣιλβέστρΓάλλος · 1675–1760
  83. 83Luis Paret Y AlcázarLuis Paret Y AlcázarSpanish · 1746–1799
  84. 84Γιόχαν Σαλόμον ΒάλΓιόχαν Σαλόμον ΒάλΓερμανική, Δανική · 1689–1765
  85. 85Giuseppe NogariGiuseppe NogariItalian · 1699–1766
  86. 86Ζαν ΡανκΖαν ΡανκFrench · 1674–1735
  87. 87Ναθανιέλ Χον Ο ΠαλαιότεροςΝαθανιέλ Χον Ο ΠαλαιότεροςIrish · 1718–1784
  88. 88Jean RaouxJean RaouxFrench · 1677–1734
  89. 89Εdouard Honoré AveΕdouard Honoré AveΓάλλος · 1818–1890
  90. 90Francesco ZugnoFrancesco ZugnoItalian · 1708–1787
  91. 91Joseph BozeJoseph BozeFrench · 1745–1826
  92. 92Louis Joseph WatteauLouis Joseph WatteauFrench · 1731–1798
  93. 93Jacobus BuysJacobus BuysDutch · 1724–1801
  94. 94Ιερώνυμος ΘηόςΙερώνυμος ΘηόςΕλβετικός · 1716–1774
  95. 95Vigilius EriksenVigilius EriksenDanish · 1722–1782
  96. 96Georg David MatthieuGeorg David MatthieuGerman · 1737–1778
  97. 97Robert TournièresRobert Tournières1667–1752
  98. 98Jose Del CastilloJose Del CastilloSpanish · 1737–1793
  99. 99Αγοστίνος ΜπρουνιάςΑγοστίνος ΜπρουνιάςΙταλός · 1730–1796
  100. 100Domenico DupràDomenico DupràItalian · 1689–1770

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