Rococo painters, ranked

100 Famous Rococo Painters: The Definitive Ranking

The most famous Rococo painter is एंथोनी वातेऊ (1684–1721), known for द कंट्री डांस and साइथेरा के लिए प्रस्थान. Next come कनालेट्टो, जियोवानी बातिस्ता टिएपोलो, फ्रांस्वा बूशे and जीन-ऑनोरे फ्रागोनार्ड. This ranking of the 100 most famous Rococo painters runs from जीन फ्रेंकोइस डी ट्रॉय (born 1645) to एडुआर्ड ओनोरे एवे (born 1818), across 20 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. द कंट्री डांस by एंथोनी वातेऊ1एंथोनी वातेऊ
  2. प्रारंभिक जीवन और प्रशिक्षण जियोवानी एंटोनियो कनालेटो, जिसे आमतौर पर कनालेटो के नाम से जाना जाता है, का जन्म 18 अक्टूबर, 1697 को वेनिस, इटली में हुआ था। वह बर्नार्डो कनाल के पुत्र थे, जो एक रंगमंच दृश्य सेटिंग्स के चित्रकार थे, और आर्टेमिसिया बारबेरी। कना by कनालेट्टो2कनालेट्टो
  3. The Immaculate Conception by जियोवानी बातिस्ता टिएपोलो3जियोवानी बातिस्ता टिएपोलो

The essentials

Rococo at a glance

  • 100Artists
  • 1645–1818Years of birth
  • 20Countries of birth
  • 5Women
  • 1Living artists
  • 11037Works in our catalogue
Cities with most births
पैरिस (12), वेनिस (9), Venice (4), पेरिस (3)

Ranked, with their masterpieces

The ranking: 100 Rococo Painters and their key works

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एंथोनी वातेऊ

फ्रांसीसी Born in वालेंसियन्स रोकोको Wikipedia in 31/32 languages

एंथोनी वातेऊ

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कनालेट्टो

इतालवी Born in वेनिस वेड्यूटे, टोपोग्राफिकल शैली Wikipedia in 30/32 languages

कनालेट्टो

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जियोवानी बातिस्ता टिएपोलो

इतालवी Born in वेनिस रोकोको और बारोक Wikipedia in 30/32 languages

जियोवानी बातिस्ता टिएपोलो

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जीन-ऑनोरे फ्रागोनार्ड

फ्रेंच Born in ग्रास रोकोको Wikipedia in 28/32 languages

जीन-ऑनोरे फ्रागोनार्ड

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जीन-बैप्टिस्ट-सिमोन चार्दिन

फ्रांसीसी Born in पैरिस प्रकृतिवाद Wikipedia in 27/32 languages

जीन-बैप्टिस्ट-सिमोन चार्दिन

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थॉमस गेन्सबोरो

ब्रिटिश Born in सडबरी रोकोको, स्वच्छंदतावाद Wikipedia in 29/32 languages

थॉमस गेन्सबोरो

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सर जोशुवा रेनालड्स

ब्रिटिश Born in प्लिमथ ग्रैंड स्टाइल Wikipedia in 31/32 languages

सर जोशुवा रेनालड्स

The 4th Duke of Queensberry as Earl of March.

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बर्नार्डो बेलोटो

इतालवी Born in वेनिस वेदुता, शहरी परिदृश्य, प्रिंटमेकर Wikipedia in 27/32 languages

बर्नार्डो बेलोटो

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पिएत्रो लॉन्घी

इतालवी Born in वेनिस वेनेशियन पेंटिंग, रोकोको Wikipedia in 18/32 languages

पिएत्रो लॉन्घी

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जियोवानी डोमेनिको टिएपोलो

इतालवी Born in वेनिस रोकोको Wikipedia in 18/32 languages

जियोवानी डोमेनिको टिएपोलो

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जियोवानी बतिस्ता पियाज़ेटा

इतालवी Born in वेनिस रोकोको (Rococo) Wikipedia in 16/32 languages

जियोवानी बतिस्ता पियाज़ेटा

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निकोलस लानक्रेट

फ्रांसीसी Born in पैरिस रोकोको Wikipedia in 16/32 languages

निकोलस लानक्रेट

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क्लॉड-जोसेफ वर्नेट

फ्रांसीसी Born in अविगनोन लैंडस्केप, समुद्री दृश्य Wikipedia in 26/32 languages

क्लॉड-जोसेफ वर्नेट

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रोसाल्बा कारिएरा

इतालवी Born in वेनिस रोकोको Wikipedia in 23/32 languages

रोसाल्बा कारिएरा

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मार्क नैटियर

फ्रांसीसी Born in पैरिस रोकोको Wikipedia in 22/32 languages

मार्क नैटियर

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मॉरिस क्वेंटिन दे ला टूर

फ्रांसीसी Born in संत-क्वेंटिन रोकोको Wikipedia in 23/32 languages

मॉरिस क्वेंटिन दे ला टूर

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अलेक्जेंडर रोसलिन

स्वीडिश Born in माल्मो रोकोको Wikipedia in 21/32 languages

अलेक्जेंडर रोसलिन

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जोहान ज़ोफनी

Born in फ़्रैंकफ़र्ट Wikipedia in 15/32 languages

जोहान ज़ोफनी

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लुई मिशेल वैन लू

फ्रांसीसी Born in तुलों रोकोको Wikipedia in 17/32 languages

लुई मिशेल वैन लू

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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जीन-एटिएन लिओटार्ड

स्विस Born in जिनेवा Wikipedia in 20/32 languages

जीन-एटिएन लिओटार्ड

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फ्रैंकोइस लेमोइन

फ्रांसीसी (French) Born in पैरिस रोकोको (Rococo) Wikipedia in 14/32 languages

फ्रैंकोइस लेमोइन

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जीन फ्रेंकोइस डी ट्रॉय

फ्रांसीसी Born in तुलूज़ रोकोको, बारोक Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

जीन फ्रेंकोइस डी ट्रॉय

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जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पाटर

फ्रांसीसी Born in वालेन्सिएन रोकोको पेस्टल पैलेट Wikipedia in 13/32 languages

जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पाटर

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चार्ल्स-एंड्रे वैन लू

फ्रांसीसी Born in नीस रोकोको चित्रकला Wikipedia in 16/32 languages

चार्ल्स-एंड्रे वैन लू

Pupil of Jean-Baptiste van Loo #53

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जकोपो अमीगोनी

इतालवी Born in नापोलि उत्तर बारोक और रोकोको Wikipedia in 21/32 languages

जकोपो अमीगोनी

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चार्ल्स-जोसेफ नेटोइरे

फ्रांसीसी Born in नीम रोकोको Wikipedia in 15/32 languages

चार्ल्स-जोसेफ नेटोइरे

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फ्रांज़ एंटोन माउलबर्टश

जर्मन/ऑस्ट्रियाई Born in लेंगेनार्गेन रोकोको, बारोक Wikipedia in 16/32 languages

फ्रांज़ एंटोन माउलबर्टश

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चार्ल्स एंटोनी कोयपेल

फ्रांसीसी Born in पैरिस बरोक रोकोको Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

चार्ल्स एंटोनी कोयपेल

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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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दिमित्री ग्रिगोरिएविच लेविट्स्की

यूक्रेनी-रूसी Born in कीव शास्त्रीय चित्रकला Wikipedia in 16/32 languages

दिमित्री ग्रिगोरिएविच लेविट्स्की

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जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पिगैल

फ्रांसीसी Born in टूर्नस बरोक और नवशास्त्रीय (Baroque & Neoclassical)

जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पिगैल

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ऐन वैलेयर-कोस्टर

फ्रांसीसी Born in पैरिस रोकोको, स्टिल लाइफ Wikipedia in 14/32 languages

ऐन वैलेयर-कोस्टर

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जियाम्बतिस्टा पिटोनी

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

जियाम्बतिस्टा पिटोनी

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.

Pupil of Antonio Balestra #69

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गस्पार वैन विटेल (कैस्पर एंड्रियान्स वैन विटेल)

डच Born in अमरस्फूर्त वेडुटा पेंटिंग Wikipedia in 14/32 languages

गस्पार वैन विटेल (कैस्पर एंड्रियान्स वैन विटेल)

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फ्रांस्वा ह्यूबर्ट ड्रुआइस

Born in पैरिस रोकोको Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

फ्रांस्वा ह्यूबर्ट ड्रुआइस

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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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कोराडो जियाक्विंटो

इतालवी Born in मोलफेटा रोकोको Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

कोराडो जियाक्विंटो

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जोहान हेनरिक टिशबीन

जर्मन Born in हाइना रोकोको Wikipedia in 10/32 languages

जोहान हेनरिक टिशबीन

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क्रिश्चियन विल्हेम एर्न्स्ट डिट्रिच

जर्मन Born in वेमार डच और इतालवी उस्तादों का अनुकरण Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

क्रिश्चियन विल्हेम एर्न्स्ट डिट्रिच

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.

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गुस्ताव लंडबर्ग

स्वीडिश Born in स्टॉकहोम रोकोको पेस्टलिस्ट Wikipedia in 14/32 languages

गुस्ताव लंडबर्ग

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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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Carl Gustaf Pilo

Swedish Born in Runtuna Rococo Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

Carl Gustaf Pilo

Perhaps no single work encapsulates the grandeur and technical complexity of Pilo’s career more than his monumental, though unfinished, masterpiece, "Gustav III’s Coronation." This painting serves as a breathtaking window into the ceremonial splendor of the Swedish monarchy.

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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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जोहान जॉर्ज प्लैटज़र

ऑस्ट्रियाई Born in एप्पन रोकोको Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

जोहान जॉर्ज प्लैटज़र

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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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रॉयल-पॉलिश और इलेक्टोरल-सैक्सन पोर्सिलेन मैन्युफैक्चररी

जर्मन Born in मैसेन हार्ड-पेस्ट पोर्सिलेन

रॉयल-पॉलिश और इलेक्टोरल-सैक्सन पोर्सिलेन मैन्युफैक्चररी

"एलेगोरिकल फिगर्स ऑफ वर्च्यू" – यह मूर्तिकला के रूप में जटिल अवधारणाओं को पकड़ने की फैक्ट्री की क्षमता को प्रदर्शित करता है, जो सूक्ष्म विवरण और परिष्कृत कलात्मक दृष्टि को दर्शाता है।. "रेकम्बेंट लेपर्ड" – यह यथार्थवाद और भव्यता के एक शानदार मिश्रण का प्रतिनिधित्व करता है, जो उल्लेखनीय सटीकता और शालीनता के साथ जानवरों को चित्रित करने के प्रति माइसेन के समर्पण को दर्शाता है।.

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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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जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पेरोनो

फ्रांसीसी Born in पैरिस रोकोको Wikipedia in 12/32 languages

जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पेरोनो

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फ्रांसिस हेमैन

अंग्रेजी Born in एक्सेर रोकोको, चित्रकला Wikipedia in 10/32 languages

फ्रांसिस हेमैन

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लुई टॉक़े

फ्रांसीसी Born in पैरिस पोर्ट्रेट पेंटिंग Wikipedia in 11/32 languages

लुई टॉक़े

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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जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पिलमेंट

फ्रांसीसी Born in ल्यों रोकोको और नवशास्त्रीय (Rococo & Neoclassical) Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पिलमेंट

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कॉर्नेलिस ट्रूस्ट

डच Born in ऐम्स्टर्डैम रोकोको शैली के दृश्य Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

कॉर्नेलिस ट्रूस्ट

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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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रिचर्ड कॉस्वे

ब्रिटिश Born in तिवरटन रीजेंसी पोर्ट्रेट मिनिएचर्स Wikipedia in 10/32 languages

रिचर्ड कॉस्वे

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फिलिप मर्सिए

फ्रांसीसी Born in बर्लिन रोकोको Wikipedia in 7/32 languages

फिलिप मर्सिए

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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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क्रिस्टोफ़ ह्यूएट

फ्रांसीसी Born in पोंटोइस आदर्श दृश्य (Idyllic Scenes) Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

क्रिस्टोफ़ ह्यूएट

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लुई डी सिल्वेस्टर

फ्रांसीसी Born in सो बरोक, रोकोको Wikipedia in 7/32 languages

लुई डी सिल्वेस्टर

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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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जोहान सालोमन वाल

जर्मन, डेनिश Born in केमनिज़ Wikipedia in 5/32 languages

जोहान सालोमन वाल

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Giuseppe Nogari

Italian Born in Venice Rococo Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

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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जीन रेंक

फ्रांसीसी Born in मोंपेलियर बरोक/नवशास्त्रीय Wikipedia in 8/32 languages

जीन रेंक

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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नथानिएल होन द एल्डर

आयरिश Born in डबलिन बार्विसन परिदृश्य और रोकोको पोर्ट्रेट Wikipedia in 4/32 languages

नथानिएल होन द एल्डर

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

French Born in Montpellier Symbolist Art Wikipedia in 7/32 languages

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

Italian Born in Venice Rococo Wikipedia in 6/32 languages

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

French Born in Martigues Portraiture Wikipedia in 7/32 languages

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

French Born in Valenciennes Fêtes galantes Wikipedia in 6/32 languages

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

Dutch Born in Amsterdam Rococo Wikipedia in 5/32 languages

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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Jeremiah Theus

Swiss Born in Chur Rococo Wikipedia in 5/32 languages

Jeremiah Theus

Notable Commissions: Theus undertook numerous commissions throughout his career, demonstrating versatility and responsiveness to client needs. Teaching & Artistic Legacy: Recognizing the importance of fostering artistic talent, Theus opened an evening drawing school in 1744—a pioneering initiative that nurtured aspiring artists within Charleston’s intellectual circles. Jeremiah Theus' contribution to American art history extends beyond his individual achievements; he represents a crucial link between European artistic traditions and the nascent cultural identity of the United States.

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Vigilius Eriksen

Danish Born in Copenhagen Rococo Wikipedia in 7/32 languages

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

German Born in Berlin Rococo Wikipedia in 6/32 languages

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

Born in Ifs Wikipedia in 6/32 languages

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

Spanish Born in Madrid Neoclassical Wikipedia in 7/32 languages

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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Agostino Brunias

Italian Born in Rome Vérité ethnographique Wikipedia in 2/32 languages

Agostino Brunias

Leaving behind the grand estates and classical landscapes of England, Brunias immersed himself in the bustling markets, verdant plantations, and diverse communities of colonial Dominica. He meticulously depicted clothing styles, social interactions, and the vibrant cultural tapestry woven from African, European, and Caribbean influences. After returning to England around 1773 or 1775, Brunias exhibited his West Indian works at the Royal Academy, further solidifying his reputation as a unique and compelling artist.

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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. द कंट्री डांस by एंथोनी वातेऊ

    द कंट्री डांस

    एंथोनी वातेऊ

    1706 · म्यूजियम ऑफ आर्ट, इंडियानापोलिस

  2. प्रारंभिक जीवन और प्रशिक्षण जियोवानी एंटोनियो कनालेटो, जिसे आमतौर पर कनालेटो के नाम से जाना जाता है, का जन्म 18 अक्टूबर, 1697 को वेनिस, इटली में हुआ था। वह बर्नार्डो कनाल के पुत्र थे, जो एक रंगमंच दृश्य सेटिंग्स के चित्रकार थे, और आर्टेमिसिया बारबेरी। कना by कनालेट्टो

    प्रारंभिक जीवन और प्रशिक्षण जियोवानी एंटोनियो कनालेटो, जिसे आमतौर पर कनालेटो के नाम से जाना जाता है, का जन्म 18 अक्टूबर, 1697 को वेनिस, इटली में हुआ था। वह बर्नार्डो कनाल के पुत्र थे, जो एक रंगमंच दृश्य सेटिंग्स के चित्रकार थे, और आर्टेमिसिया बारबेरी। कना

    कनालेट्टो

    1730 · म्यूजियम ऑफ फाइन आर्ट्स, ह्यूस्टन

  3. The Immaculate Conception by जियोवानी बातिस्ता टिएपोलो

    The Immaculate Conception

    जियोवानी बातिस्ता टिएपोलो

    1767 · Museo del Prado, मैड्रिड

  4. Diana getting out of her bath by फ्रांस्वा बूशे

    Diana getting out of her bath

    फ्रांस्वा बूशे

    1742

  5. द स्विंग by जीन-ऑनोरे फ्रागोनार्ड

    द स्विंग

    जीन-ऑनोरे फ्रागोनार्ड

    1767 · वालिस कलेक्शन, लंदन

  6. जीन-बैप्टिस्ट सिमोन चार्डीन

पेरिस

फ्रांस

1699

1779

एक शांत कृति: शार्डीन के 'नाशपाती की टोकरी' को उजागर करना

जीन-बैप्टिस्ट सिमोन शार्डीन की 'नाशपाती की टोकरी' (1768) केवल फलों का चित्रण नहीं है; यह रुकने, देखने और रोजमर्रा की जिंदगी की सादगी में सुं by जीन-बैप्टिस्ट-सिमोन चार्दिन

    जीन-बैप्टिस्ट सिमोन चार्डीन पेरिस फ्रांस 1699 1779 एक शांत कृति: शार्डीन के 'नाशपाती की टोकरी' को उजागर करना जीन-बैप्टिस्ट सिमोन शार्डीन की 'नाशपाती की टोकरी' (1768) केवल फलों का चित्रण नहीं है; यह रुकने, देखने और रोजमर्रा की जिंदगी की सादगी में सुं

    जीन-बैप्टिस्ट-सिमोन चार्दिन

    1768 · लुव्र संग्रहालय, पेरिस

  7. थॉमस गेन्सब्रॉघ का дочь by थॉमस गेन्सबोरो

    थॉमस गेन्सब्रॉघ का дочь

    थॉमस गेन्सबोरो

    1770 · Henry E. Huntington Library, सैन मैरिनो

  8. Miss Bowles by सर जोशुवा रेनालड्स

    Miss Bowles

    सर जोशुवा रेनालड्स

    1775

Through time

A Rococo timeline in masterpieces

  1. 1695
  2. 1715
  3. 1735
  4. 1736
  5. 1736
  6. 1738
  7. 1742
  8. 1745
  9. 1751
  10. 1754
  11. 1760
  12. 1765
  13. 1767
  14. 1768

In figures

By the numbers

All of them, in order

List of the 100 famous Rococo painters

  1. 1एंथोनी वातेऊएंथोनी वातेऊफ्रांसीसी · 1684–1721
  2. 2कनालेट्टोकनालेट्टोइतालवी · 1697–1768
  3. 3जियोवानी बातिस्ता टिएपोलोजियोवानी बातिस्ता टिएपोलोइतालवी · 1696–1770
  4. 4फ्रांस्वा बूशेफ्रांस्वा बूशेफ्रांसीसी · 1703–1770
  5. 5जीन-ऑनोरे फ्रागोनार्डजीन-ऑनोरे फ्रागोनार्डफ्रेंच · 1732–1806
  6. 6जीन-बैप्टिस्ट-सिमोन चार्दिनजीन-बैप्टिस्ट-सिमोन चार्दिनफ्रांसीसी · 1699–1779
  7. 7थॉमस गेन्सबोरोथॉमस गेन्सबोरोब्रिटिश · 1727–1788
  8. 8सर जोशुवा रेनालड्ससर जोशुवा रेनालड्सब्रिटिश · 1723–1792
  9. 9जॉन-बैप्टिस्ट ग्रेज़जॉन-बैप्टिस्ट ग्रेज़French · 1725–1805
  10. 10बर्नार्डो बेलोटोबर्नार्डो बेलोटोइतालवी · 1722–1780
  11. 11फ्रांसेस्को गार्डिफ्रांसेस्को गार्डि1712–1793
  12. 12पिएत्रो लॉन्घीपिएत्रो लॉन्घीइतालवी · 1701–1785
  13. 13जियोवानी डोमेनिको टिएपोलोजियोवानी डोमेनिको टिएपोलोइतालवी · 1727–1804
  14. 14जियोवानी बतिस्ता पियाज़ेटाजियोवानी बतिस्ता पियाज़ेटाइतालवी · 1683–1754
  15. 15निकोलस लानक्रेटनिकोलस लानक्रेटफ्रांसीसी · 1689–1743
  16. 16क्लॉड-जोसेफ वर्नेटक्लॉड-जोसेफ वर्नेटफ्रांसीसी · 1714–1789
  17. 17रोसाल्बा कारिएरारोसाल्बा कारिएराइतालवी · 1675–1757
  18. 18मार्क नैटियरमार्क नैटियरफ्रांसीसी · 1685–1766
  19. 19मॉरिस क्वेंटिन दे ला टूरमॉरिस क्वेंटिन दे ला टूरफ्रांसीसी · 1704–1788
  20. 20अलेक्जेंडर रोसलिनअलेक्जेंडर रोसलिनस्वीडिश · 1718–1793
  21. 21जोहान ज़ोफनीजोहान ज़ोफनी1733–1810
  22. 22लुई मिशेल वैन लूलुई मिशेल वैन लूफ्रांसीसी · 1707–1771
  23. 23जीन-एटिएन लिओटार्डजीन-एटिएन लिओटार्डस्विस · 1702–1789
  24. 24फ्रैंकोइस लेमोइनफ्रैंकोइस लेमोइनफ्रांसीसी (French) · 1688–1737
  25. 25जीन फ्रेंकोइस डी ट्रॉयजीन फ्रेंकोइस डी ट्रॉयफ्रांसीसी · 1645–1730
  26. 26जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पाटरजीन-बैप्टिस्ट पाटरफ्रांसीसी · 1695–1736
  27. 27चार्ल्स-एंड्रे वैन लूचार्ल्स-एंड्रे वैन लूफ्रांसीसी · 1705–1765
  28. 28फ्रांसेस्को ज़ुकारिलीफ्रांसेस्को ज़ुकारिलीइतालवी · 1702–1788
  29. 29जकोपो अमीगोनीजकोपो अमीगोनीइतालवी · 1682–1752
  30. 30चार्ल्स-जोसेफ नेटोइरेचार्ल्स-जोसेफ नेटोइरेफ्रांसीसी · 1700–1777
  31. 31फ्रांज़ एंटोन माउलबर्टशफ्रांज़ एंटोन माउलबर्टशजर्मन/ऑस्ट्रियाई · 1724–1796
  32. 32चार्ल्स एंटोनी कोयपेलचार्ल्स एंटोनी कोयपेलफ्रांसीसी · 1694–1752
  33. 33Adélaïde Labille-GuiardAdélaïde Labille-GuiardFrench · 1749–1803
  34. 34दिमित्री ग्रिगोरिएविच लेविट्स्कीदिमित्री ग्रिगोरिएविच लेविट्स्कीयूक्रेनी-रूसी · 1735–1822
  35. 35जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पिगैलजीन-बैप्टिस्ट पिगैलफ्रांसीसी · 1725–1805
  36. 36ऐन वैलेयर-कोस्टरऐन वैलेयर-कोस्टरफ्रांसीसी · 1744–1818
  37. 37लुई-जीन-फ्रांस्वा लग्रेनेलुई-जीन-फ्रांस्वा लग्रेने1756–1827
  38. 38जियाम्बतिस्टा पिटोनीजियाम्बतिस्टा पिटोनी1687–1767
  39. 39गस्पार वैन विटेल (कैस्पर एंड्रियान्स वैन विटेल)गस्पार वैन विटेल (कैस्पर एंड्रियान्स वैन विटेल)डच · 1653–1736
  40. 40फ़्योदोर रोकोटोवफ़्योदोर रोकोटोव1730–1808
  41. 41फ्रांस्वा ह्यूबर्ट ड्रुआइसफ्रांस्वा ह्यूबर्ट ड्रुआइस1727–1775
  42. 42व्लादिमीर लुकिच बोरोविकोवस्कीव्लादिमीर लुकिच बोरोविकोवस्की1757–1825
  43. 43एंटोनी पेस्नेएंटोनी पेस्नेफ्रांसीसी · 1683–1757
  44. 44एलन राम्सेएलन राम्से1713–1784
  45. 45Elisabeth-Louise Vigée-LebrunElisabeth-Louise Vigée-Lebrun
  46. 46कोराडो जियाक्विंटोकोराडो जियाक्विंटोइतालवी · 1703–1766
  47. 47जोहान हेनरिक टिशबीनजोहान हेनरिक टिशबीनजर्मन · 1722–1789
  48. 48क्रिश्चियन विल्हेम एर्न्स्ट डिट्रिचक्रिश्चियन विल्हेम एर्न्स्ट डिट्रिचजर्मन · 1712–1774
  49. 49Charles Amédée Philippe Van LooCharles Amédée Philippe Van LooFrench · 1719–1795
  50. 50गुस्ताव लंडबर्गगुस्ताव लंडबर्गस्वीडिश · 1695–1786
  51. 51लाग्रेनी ल'ऐने (Lagrenée L'Aîné)लाग्रेनी ल'ऐने (Lagrenée L'Aîné)English · 1725–1805
  52. 52जैकब डी विटजैकब डी विटडच · 1695–1754
  53. 53Jean-Baptiste van LooJean-Baptiste van LooFrench · 1684–1745
  54. 54John WollastonJohn WollastonEnglish · 1742–1775
  55. 55Carl Gustaf PiloCarl Gustaf PiloSwedish · 1711–1793
  56. 56Anna Dorothea TherbuschAnna Dorothea TherbuschGerman · 1721–1782
  57. 57जोहान जॉर्ज प्लैटज़रजोहान जॉर्ज प्लैटज़रऑस्ट्रियाई · 1704–1761
  58. 58नथानिएल होननथानिएल होनडच · 1718–1784
  59. 59Michele MarieschiMichele MarieschiItalian · 1710–1743
  60. 60Antonio CorradiniAntonio CorradiniItalian · 1668–1752
  61. 61रॉयल-पॉलिश और इलेक्टोरल-सैक्सन पोर्सिलेन मैन्युफैक्चररीरॉयल-पॉलिश और इलेक्टोरल-सैक्सन पोर्सिलेन मैन्युफैक्चररीजर्मन · born 1710
  62. 62Gerard van SpaendonckGerard van Spaendonck1746–1822
  63. 63जोसेफ हाईमोरजोसेफ हाईमोरब्रिटिश · 1692–1780
  64. 64जीन जैक्स कैफ़िएरीजीन जैक्स कैफ़िएरीफ्रांसीसी · 1678–1755
  65. 65जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पेरोनोजीन-बैप्टिस्ट पेरोनोफ्रांसीसी · 1715–1783
  66. 66फ्रांसिस हेमैनफ्रांसिस हेमैनअंग्रेजी · 1708–1776
  67. 67लुई टॉक़ेलुई टॉक़ेफ्रांसीसी · 1696–1772
  68. 68डोनाटो क्रेटीडोनाटो क्रेटीइतालवी · 1671–1749
  69. 69Antonio BalestraAntonio Balestra1666–1740
  70. 70गस्पारे ट्रैवर्सीगस्पारे ट्रैवर्सीइतालवी · 1722–1770
  71. 71Georg DesmaréesGeorg DesmaréesSwedish-German · 1697–1776
  72. 72जीन-बैप्टिस्ट पिलमेंटजीन-बैप्टिस्ट पिलमेंटफ्रांसीसी · 1728–1808
  73. 73कॉर्नेलिस ट्रूस्टकॉर्नेलिस ट्रूस्टडच · 1696–1750
  74. 74Jacques De LajoueJacques De LajoueFrench · 1686–1761
  75. 75रिचर्ड कॉस्वेरिचर्ड कॉस्वेब्रिटिश · 1742–1821
  76. 76फिलिप मर्सिएफिलिप मर्सिएफ्रांसीसी · 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. 81क्रिस्टोफ़ ह्यूएटक्रिस्टोफ़ ह्यूएटफ्रांसीसी · 1700–1759
  82. 82लुई डी सिल्वेस्टरलुई डी सिल्वेस्टरफ्रांसीसी · 1675–1760
  83. 83Luis Paret Y AlcázarLuis Paret Y AlcázarSpanish · 1746–1799
  84. 84जोहान सालोमन वालजोहान सालोमन वालजर्मन, डेनिश · 1689–1765
  85. 85Giuseppe NogariGiuseppe NogariItalian · 1699–1766
  86. 86जीन रेंकजीन रेंकफ्रांसीसी · 1674–1735
  87. 87नथानिएल होन द एल्डरनथानिएल होन द एल्डरआयरिश · 1718–1784
  88. 88Jean RaouxJean RaouxFrench · 1677–1734
  89. 89एडुआर्ड ओनोरे एवेएडुआर्ड ओनोरे एवेफ्रांसीसी · 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. 94Jeremiah TheusJeremiah TheusSwiss · 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. 99Agostino BruniasAgostino BruniasItalian · 1730–1796
  100. 100Domenico DupràDomenico DupràItalian · 1689–1770

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