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Johann Zoffany Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Johann Zoffany our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Johann Zoffany · 1733 – 1810

Self Portrait

1805 · British Library, London · original 33 x 31 cm

Explore Johann Zoffany's 'Self-Portrait,' a captivating 1805 painting revealing a glimpse into Georgian society, featuring intriguing figures and classical influences. Discover the artist’s unique style & historical context.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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George, Prince of Wales and Prince Frederick, later Duke of York

1765 · Royal Collection, London

Admire Johann Zoffany’s captivating portrait of George, Prince of Wales & his brother Frederick, Duke of York, from 1765. A glimpse into Georgian society's elegance and royal life – a stunning hand-painted reproduction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Portrait of Ann Brown in the Role of Miranda

1770 · Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid · original 218 x 159 cm

Experience Neo-Classical drama with Zoffany's portrait of Miranda; capture the elegance of Georgian society art today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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George III

1771 · Royal Collection, London

Admire Johann Zoffany’s ‘George III,’ a stunning 1771 royal portrait showcasing the King's power & elegance. A historical masterpiece by a renowned artist, now available as a handmade oil painting.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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The Cope Family

1775 · USC Fisher Museum of Art, Los Angeles · original 100 x 127 cm

Explore Johann Zoffany’s ‘The Cope Family,’ a captivating 1775 portrait showcasing familial unease & Rococo elegance. A unique conversation piece – discover its story!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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The Tribuna of the Uffizi

1772 · Royal Collection, London · original 124 x 155 cm

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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The Gore Family with George, 3rd Earl Cowper

1775 · Yale Center for British Art, New Haven

Experience 'The Gore Family with George, 3rd Earl Cowper' by Zoffany – a captivating 1775 portrait brimming with elegance and social intrigue. A masterpiece of conversation art!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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David Garrick

1763 · The Ashmolean Museum of Art And Archaeology, Oxford · original 75 x 63 cm

Admire Johann Zoffany's iconic portrait of David Garrick alongside Eva Maria Veigel, capturing the theatrical spirit of Georgian England at The Ashmolean Museum.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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The Honourable George de la Poer Beresford (1735–1800), 2nd Earl of Tyrone, Later 1st Marquis of Waterford

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1780 · National Trust, Guildford · original 91 x 71 cm

This artwork showcases Johann Zoffany's skill in portraying social gatherings with meticulous detail. Featuring George de la Poer Beresford alongside prominent figures like Dr William Hunter, it exemplifies the ‘conversation piece’ genre and offers insight into the intellectual landscape of the Enlightenment.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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George III, Queen Charlotte and their Six Eldest Children

1770 · Royal Collection, London

Admire 'George III & Family' – a stunning 1770 portrait by Johann Zoffany depicting the British royal family. A historical masterpiece showcasing elegance and power, now available as a handmade oil painting.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Garrick, Ackman and Bransby in a Scene from Lethe

1766 · Birmingham Museums And Art Gallery, Birmingham

Explore Johann Zoffany's iconic 'Garrick, Ackman and Bransby in a Scene from Lethe,' a captivating portrait capturing theatrical elegance and featuring celebrated actors Garrick, Ackman, and Bransby.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Jacob Wilkinson, a Governor of the East India Company

Chequers Court, Aylesbury · original 74 x 61 cm

Johann Zoffany's captivating portrait of Jacob Wilkinson captures the elegance of the Enlightenment era. Explore this iconic East India Company Governor masterpiece at Art UK.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Tribuna of the Uffizi

1777 · Royal Collection, London

The painting exemplifies the artistic fervor of the Enlightenment era and showcases Zoffany’s masterful depiction of social interaction within a refined cultural milieu.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Self-portrait as David with the head of Goliath

1756 · National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne · original 92 x 74 cm

Johann Zoffany’s "Self-portrait as David with the Head of Goliath" (1756) is a Baroque-Rococo masterpiece featuring the artist as David examining Goliath's head, a conversation piece rich in symbolism and technique. Discover this stunning hand-painted reproduction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Group Portrait of Sir Elijah and Lady Impey

1784 · Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid

Johann Zoffany's 'Group Portrait of Sir Elijah and Lady Impey' captures a lively Georgian scene with intriguing details & theatrical elements, showcasing colonial India’s cultural exchange.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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The Mathew Family at Felix Hall, Kelvedon, Essex

1764 · National Trust, Guildford · original 118 x 156 cm

Admire Zoffany’s ‘The Mathew Family,’ a stunning 1764 Rococo portrait showcasing wealth & family unity in a lavish Essex landscape. Oil painting, exquisite detail – a timeless masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Hasan Reza Khan, Minister to Asaf al Daula of Oudh

1784 · British Library, London · original 127 x 102 cm

Johann Zoffany’s 1784 portrait of Hasan Reza Khan showcases Mughal elegance in European style. Explore this opulent scene of power & tradition, a captivating conversation piece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Prince Ernest Gottlob Albert of Mecklenburg-Strelitz

1772 · Royal Collection, London · original 125 x 100 cm

Admire 'Prince Ernest Gottlob Albert of Mecklenburg-Strelitz' by Johann Zoffany – a captivating 1772 portrait showcasing the Prussian prince with intricate details and royal elegance.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Queen Charlotte (1744-1818) with her Two Eldest Sons

1765 · Royal Collection, London

Admire Johann Zoffany’s elegant portrait of Queen Charlotte and her sons, capturing a refined family moment from 1765. A stunning reproduction of a classic 'conversation piece' by a master artist.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Portrait of Francis of Austria (1768-1835)

1775 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 197.0 x 142.5cm

This Neoclassical portrait by Johann Zoffany captures a young boy with rich detail. Explore this masterpiece of 18th-century art today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Edmund Keene (1714–1781), Master (1748–1754), Bishop of Chester and Ely

1768 · Peterhouse, Cambridge · original 127 x 116 cm

Johann Zoffany’s opulent Rococo portrait captures Enlightenment ideals—Bishop Keene and his son amidst scholarly conversation—demonstrating masterful technique and symbolic depth. Explore this iconic masterpiece by Zoffany, a cornerstone of Georgian art.

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Popularity: No. 21 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Hasan Reza Khan, Minister to Asaf al Daula of Oudh

1784 · British Library, London

Admire Johann Zoffany’s masterful depiction of Hasan Reza Khan, Minister to Asaf al Daula of Oudh (1784). Experience Mughal grandeur blended with European sophistication in this iconic portrait.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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The Tribuna of the Uffizi (detail)

1772 · Royal Collection, London

Explore Johann Zoffany’s ‘Tribuna of the Uffizi,’ a vibrant 1772 painting depicting aristocratic leisure in Florence. A masterpiece of Rococo/Neoclassical style, showcasing art & society.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Archduchess Maria Christina, Duchess of Teschen, (1742-1798)

1776 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 131.0 x 94.0cm

This opulent Rococo portrait by Johann Zoffany exudes noble elegance. Explore this stunning masterpiece and bring history home today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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Prince Ludwig von Parma (1773-1803) with his three eldest siblings Karoline (1770-1804), Marie Antonie (1774-1841) and Charlotte (1777-1813)

View the most popular artwork of Johann Zoffany ranked #25: Prince Ludwig von Parma (1773-1803) with his three eldest siblings Karoline (1770-1804), Marie Antonie (1774-1841) and Charlotte (1777-1813)

1778 · Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna · original 159.0 x 184.5cm

This elegant Neoclassical group portrait by Johann Zoffany captures royal siblings. Discover the beauty of this masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 185 artworks by Johann Zoffany
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The artist

Johann Zoffany

1733 – 1810

Quick facts

Copyright statusPublic domain
Art periodEarly Modern
Also known asJohan Joseph Zoffany, Johan Zoffany, John Zoffani, John Joseph Zauffaly, Johannes Josephus Zauphaly
Best occasionsaccent, statement
Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
Movementsrococo, neoclassicism
Creative periodsmature period
Emotional tonereflective

Biography

Johann Zoffany: Life and Legacy

Early Life and Training

Johann Zoffany, born Johannes Josephus Zaufallij in 1733 in Freiburg, Germany, was a painter who achieved renown primarily in England and Italy. Details of his early childhood remain scarce, but it is known he received artistic training from a young age. He initially apprenticed with a sculptor, possibly Melchior Paulus in Ellwangen, before studying with Martin Speer in Regensburg. This foundational period laid the groundwork for his future career.

Journey to Italy and England

In 1750, Zoffany traveled to Rome, entering the studio of Agostino Masucci where he honed his skills within the Italian artistic tradition. He later moved to England in 1760, initially supporting himself by creating decorative designs for clocks made by Stephen Rimbault. This period marked a turning point as he began to establish connections and gain recognition within London’s art scene.

Royal Patronage and Artistic Development

Zoffany quickly attracted the attention of King George III and Queen Charlotte, becoming a favored portraitist of the royal family. His ability to capture informal moments – such as Queen Charlotte and Her Two Eldest Children (1765) – distinguished him from more formal court painters. He was also popular with Austrian imperial family and created a baron of the Holy Roman Empire in 1776 by Empress Maria Theresa.

The Master of ‘Conversation Pieces’

Zoffany became celebrated for his “conversation pieces,” or *conversazione* – informal group portraits depicting social gatherings. He excelled at capturing the personalities and interactions within these scenes, often featuring prominent figures from society, theatre, and literature. His works like The Cope Family (1775) exemplify this style, offering glimpses into the lives of his patrons.

Major Achievements and Notable Works

Tribuna of the Uffizi (1772-1778): Perhaps his most famous work, a meticulously detailed depiction of the Uffizi Gallery in Florence.
Dr William Hunter Teaching Anatomy at the Royal Academy (1779): A fascinating portrayal of medical education and scientific inquiry.
George III (1771): A regal portrait showcasing the King’s power and elegance.
Colonel Mordaunt's Cock Match (1784-1786): A vibrant depiction of colonial life in India, capturing a unique cultural event.

Years in India and Later Life

From 1783 to 1789, Zoffany resided in India, where he painted portraits of prominent figures like Warren Hastings and Asaf-ud-Daula. His experiences there influenced his artistic style and subject matter. A remarkable story from this period involves a shipwreck off the Andaman Islands, where survivors resorted to extreme measures for survival.

Influences and Legacy

Zoffany’s work reflects influences from both German precision and Italian artistry. He was influenced by artists like Agostino Masucci and drew inspiration from the Baroque tradition. His style, in turn, influenced contemporaries and later artists interested in portraiture and social commentary. He bridged artistic traditions and left a lasting impact on 18th-century art.

Historical Significance

Johann Zoffany’s paintings provide valuable insights into the social customs, intellectual life, and cultural values of his time. His “conversation pieces” offer intimate portraits of prominent individuals and their world, while his depictions of India contribute to our understanding of colonial history. He remains a significant figure in the history of art, celebrated for his technical skill, insightful observations, and unique artistic vision.

Questions & Answers

Can I study Johann Zoffany's use of color across all works?

Johann Zoffany's use of color across the works listed on this website can be studied on the artist's Palette Genome page.

Where is Johann Zoffany from?

Johann Zoffany was born in Germany.

How do I find works by Johann Zoffany on a specific theme?

The By Keywords page of Johann Zoffany groups the artist's artworks by their keywords.

By the WahooArt.com Editorial Team Updated Aug. 31, 2026

Collector's quiz

Johann Zoffany is best known for his paintings categorized as 'conversation pieces'. What defines this style?
Zoffany's 'Tribuna of the Uffizi' is notable for its meticulous detail. What does this painting depict?
Before establishing himself as a painter, Zoffany initially worked with what profession?
Zoffany spent several years in India. What is a notable work he created during this period?
Zoffany was a founding member of which prestigious British institution?

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