Neoclassicist artists, ranked
The most famous Neoclassicist artist is Жак-Луї Давід (1748–1825), known for Клятва Горатіїв (деталь) and Смерть Марата. Next come Жан-Огюст-Домінік Енгр, Елізабет Віже-Лебрен, Джошуа Рейнольдс and Антоніо Канова. This ranking of the 100 most famous Neoclassicist artists runs from Дональд Річардсон Старший (born 1667) to Герберт Джеймс Дрейпер (born 1863), across 21 countries.
How this list is ranked. Artists whose works our catalogue files under Neoclassicist, 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.
The essentials
Ranked, with their masterpieces
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Француз Born in Монтобан Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Француженка Born in Париж Рококо та неокласицизм Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
She spends hours in the Louvre, meticulously copying the works of Rubens, Van Dyck, and Rembrandt to refine her understanding of light and form. This period of intense study is supplemented by access to private collections; she spends significant time copying paintings from the collection of Jean-Baptiste-Pierre Le Brun. Portrait of Marie-Gabrielle de Gramont, Comtesse de Caderousse (1784).
Where to see Vigée Le Brun remains a pioneer for women in the arts, having navigated a professional landscape almost exclusively reserved for men.
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Британська Born in Плімптон Великий стиль Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Італійський Born in Поссаньйо Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
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Німецький художник Born in Усті-над-Лабем Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
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Француз Born in Монтаржі Неокласицизм та Романтизм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
His time in Italy proved transformative, resulting in works like Hippocrate refusant les presents d'Artaxerxes (1793) and Endymion-dormant (1793), both now housed in the Louvre.
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Британський Born in Бристоль Портретна школа Регентства Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
His personal life was marked by tumultuous relationships, notably with Sally and Maria Siddons – daughters of the celebrated actress Sarah Siddons.
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Американець (народився в США), британський підданий Born in Бостон Неокласицизм, Рококо Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
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Американський Born in Спрінгфілд Тауншип Неокласицизм, Романтизм Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
His style evolved over time, incorporating elements of Romanticism into his later works, yet always retaining a commitment to ambitious composition and detailed execution. Other notable pieces like Thetis Bringing the Armor to Achilles, The Three Sisters, The Fright of Astyanax, and The Cave of Despair demonstrate his versatility and mastery across a range of mythological and historical themes. He quickly established himself as a sought-after portraitist in Philadelphia and New York, but a thirst for deeper artistic knowledge propelled him towards Europe in 1760, embarking on a journey that would irrevocably alter the course of American art.
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Шотландська Born in Кірккалді Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 29/32 languages
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Американський Born in Норт-Кінґстаун Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
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Прусский Born in Нойруппін Неоклассицизм и Готический ревиваль Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
Schinkel’s artistic inclinations initially gravitated toward painting, demonstrating considerable aptitude in landscape and portraiture. However, a pivotal juncture arrived during an exhibition in Berlin in 1810—an encounter that irrevocably altered his trajectory.
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Британська Born in Далтон-ін-Фернесс Романтизм, Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
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Російський Born in Санкт-Петербург Романтизм Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
He felt deeply moved by the grandeur and vibrancy of Italian Renaissance masters like Raphael, Michelangelo, and Caravaggio. These artists’ masterful use of light and shadow, coupled with their meticulous anatomical detail, served as constant inspiration for Bryullov, shaping his stylistic choices and informing his approach to portraying human figures and dramatic narratives. Despite adhering to classical principles, Bryullov possessed an innate inclination towards Italy—a passion that fueled his artistic development.
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Француз Born in Париж Романтизм, неокласицизм Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
Born in Paris in 1733, Hubert Robert entered a world where his family's social standing was tied to the service of others. By 1751, he had completed his studies under the Jesuits, gaining a disciplined intellectual background before turning his attention to the visual arts.
Where to see The preservation of Robert’s prolific output is spread across several major international institutions, reflecting the reach of his influence during the late eighteenth century.
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Француз Born in Париж Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Американський Born in Лебанон Історичне живописство Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
The path to becoming “the Painter of the Revolution” wasn’t immediate. West recognized Trumbull’s potential and encouraged him to focus on scenes from the War of Independence, suggesting smaller-scale works and miniature portraits – a practical approach that allowed Trumbull to hone his skills while establishing a clientele.
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Американський Born in Чарльзтаун Романтизм Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Американський Born in Честер Ніокласицизм Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
However, it was his encounter with John Hesselius and subsequent studies under John Singleton Copley that ignited his passion for portraiture, revealing an innate aptitude for capturing likeness accurately—a skill he would carry throughout his prolific career. This exposure to Neoclassical ideals profoundly shaped Peale's stylistic sensibilities, grounding him in a tradition that valued grandeur and intellectual rigor. His family lineage continued through his sons James Peale and Rubens Peale, who themselves pursued artistic careers and enriched the museum’s collection with their own contributions, ensuring that Peale's vision endured for centuries to come.
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Француз Born in Клюні Неокласицизм та Романтизм Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
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Шотландець Born in Стокбрідж Портрет, Реалізм Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
While the exact details remain somewhat shrouded in mystery, this trip allowed him to immerse himself in the works of the Old Masters, particularly those of Caravaggio and Rembrandt.
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Данський Born in Колінг Неокласицизм, Реалізм Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
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Данію Born in Копенгаген Ньокласицизм і Романтизм Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
This familial influence proved foundational as Abildgaard embarked on his artistic journey, receiving initial training with a local painting master before formally enrolling at the New Royal Danish Academy of Art in 1764. His talent quickly became apparent; from 1764 to 1767, he consistently earned accolades and medallions recognizing his burgeoning skill. Throughout his career, he nurtured a generation of talented artists, including Asmus Jacob Carstens, Bertel Thorvaldsen, J.
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Франція Born in Карпантра Рококо, Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
The patronage of Subleyras proved decisive, propelling him into the orbit of Rome’s artistic elite and fostering connections with luminaries like Vernet – artists who shared a similar Provençal heritage and championed naturalism. This immersion in Italian art fostered an aesthetic sensibility that prioritized clarity and psychological insight—characteristics that would become hallmarks of Duplessis's oeuvre. Among his most celebrated works is the portrait of Benjamin Franklin, created around 1785—an image that has achieved iconic status, appearing on U.S. currency and embodying the spirit of Enlightenment ideals.
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Born in Вімблдон Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
Dolce far Niente (1904): Ймовірно, його найвідоміша робота, придбана Ендрю Ллойдом Веббером у 1995 році. When the Heart is Young (1902): Втілює здатність Годварда вловити юнацьку невинність та красу. The Mirror (1899): Демонструє його майстерність у контрастуванні текстур та створенні відчуття глибини.
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Німецький Born in Франкфурт-на-Майні Неокласицизм, Реалізм Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
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Італієць Born in Рим ['Пізнє бароко', 'Неокласицизм'] Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Француз Born in Париж Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
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Француз Born in Бордо Неокласицизм, батальні сцени Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Британська Born in Париж Пейзажний живопис Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
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British Portrait painting
In the heart of the nineteenth century, as Britain navigated the profound shifts of the Industrial Revolution and the expansion of its global influence, William Salter emerged as a painter capable of capturing the very soul of Victorian grandeur. The zenith of Salter’s career arrived in 1836 with the unveiling of his most ambitious and celebrated undertaking: The Waterloo Banquet.
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Born in Ла-Бассе Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
National Gallery of Art (Washington D.C.) володіє кількома картинами, зокрема Автопортрет, Любителі живопису та Публіка в салоні Лувру, що розглядають картину "Свячення". Колекція робіт Буальє також представлена у Getty Museum. Ці музейні експозиції дозволяють сучасним глядачам оцінити виняткову майстерність художника та глибину його творчого бачення.
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Британський-американський Born in Хорнчестер Романтизм, Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
While West’s influence was undoubtedly significant, it was the encounter with Thomas Lawrence that truly resonated deeply within Sully's artistic soul. Upon returning to America in 1809, Sully absorbed these influences, adapting them to create a distinctly American style that blended European sophistication with a uniquely New World sensibility. The influence of Lawrence's technique – particularly his use of sfumato (a subtle blurring of lines) and his ability to create a sense of atmospheric depth – is readily apparent in Sully’s portraits.
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Американський Born in Бакс Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
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Британський Born in Лондон Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Австрієць Born in Ельбігенальп Неокласицизм та романтизм Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
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Британський Born in Бурфорд Портрет, неокласицизм Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
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French Born in Paris Rococo to Neoclassicism Wikipedia in 20/32 languages
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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Британська Born in Хайна Англійська школа; моральні та сатиричні гравюри/картини
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Ірландський-американський Born in Дублін Портрети мініатюр
Sadly, Ramage succumbed to illness just five weeks after reaching Montreal on October 24, 1802—leaving behind a wife and children who mourned his passing deeply.
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Французький Born in Сент-Анн Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
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Шотландець Born in Аллоа Неокласицизм & Рококо Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
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Австралійський Born in Сідней Імпресіонізм Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
Key works · The 100 most famous works
Garton Orme at the Spinet
Sir Nathaniel Curzon (1676–1758), 4th Bt Curzon, with His Wife, Mary Assheton (1695–1776), Lady Curzon, and Their Son Nathaniel (1726–1804), Later Nathaniel Curzon, 1st Baron Scarsdale, with Their Dead Son John Curzon (1719–1720), in the Clouds above
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Швейцарський Born in Вінтертур Ніокласицизм Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
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Росіянин Born in Санкт-Петербург Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Француз Born in Лондон Неокласицизм, історична живопис Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
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French Born in Grasse Genre painting, Rococo Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
The atmosphere within the Fragonard household was undoubtedly stimulating, a crucible where artistic talent could flourish. Historians believe she was the primary artist behind five of these works, with Fragonard likely offering guidance or producing duplicates for instructional purposes. Her style reveals a clear debt to 17th-century Dutch masters like Gerard ter Borch and Gabriel Metsu, artists renowned for their meticulous attention to detail, subtle use of light, and finely blended brushstrokes.
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Француз Born in Париж Рококо, Неокласицизм
He mastered the art of sfumato, subtly blending colors to create atmospheric effects and conveying a sense of depth and realism. His portraits were particularly admired for their psychological insight and subtle expressions. Furthermore, his collection of architectural models became an invaluable resource for students at the École des Beaux-Arts, shaping the course of French architecture for decades to come.
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Austrian Born in Graz Rembrandtian portraiture
Johann (Josef) Georg Edlinger, born in the Austrian city of Graz on March 1st, 1741, emerged from a modest background—his father was a gardener named Josef Edlinger, and his mother, Therese. While not initially destined for an artistic path, young Johann’s innate creative abilities were recognized early by his parents, who provided him with initial lessons in their hometown. Edlinger’s work is characterized by a skillful technique deeply influenced by Dutch and German portrait traditions, particularly the masterful use of light and shadow reminiscent of Rembrandt van Rijn.
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Британський Born in Девон Портретна школа Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
This period witnessed an astonishing output – estimates suggest he painted around 400 portraits throughout his lifetime – fueled by a remarkably efficient workshop system. The portraits he produced weren’t merely representations; they were carefully constructed narratives, capturing the essence of their sitters – nobility, merchants, and members of the gentry – and conveying their wealth, power, and social standing. His residence at Cross Deep, Twickenham, near Alexander Pope's villa, further cemented his position within a vibrant intellectual and artistic community, fostering connections with other prominent figures like William Hogarth and Francis Hayman.
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Scottish Born in Lanarkshire Neoclassical Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
Andromache Bewailing the Death of Hector: In this poignant scene, Hamilton explores the depths of grief, using the classical setting to universalize the personal loss of a widow. Through these canvases, Hamilton did more than just illustrate history; he participated in its reconstruction. This environment fostered a deep connection to the theories of Johann Joachim Winckelmann, whose veneration of idealized beauty and noble simplicity became the guiding light for Hamilton’s brush.
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Данська Born in Брюгге Неокласицизм, історичне живопис Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
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Британський Born in Дадлі Романтизм Wikipedia in 11/32 languages
A pivotal moment arrived in 1790 when Phillips journeyed to London, armed with an introduction to Benjamin West, a leading artist of the time and a key figure in the Royal Academy. While his later years saw a slight decline in public acclaim, Thomas Phillips remains remembered as one of the most accomplished portraitists of the 19th century, whose works offer valuable insights into the lives and personalities of some of Britain’s most influential figures.
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French Born in Нансі First Empire, Restoration, Portraiture Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
While his large-scale compositions commanded attention, Isabey achieved unparalleled renown through his mastery of the miniature. His work often captured a sense of Napoleonic grandeur, yet it was never hollow propaganda; rather, it was an exploration of character and presence. Isabey's influence extended through his family and his studio, leaving behind a legacy that touched upon many facets of French art: Artistic Lineage: He mentored and influenced subsequent generations, including his son, Eugène Louis Gabriel Isabey, who became a notable Romantic painter.
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Англійська Born in Балслев Англійська школа Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Австро-італієць Born in Ромено Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
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Француз Born in Екс-ан-Прованс Тоналізм Wikipedia in 12/32 languages
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Італієць Born in Рим Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
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English Born in Лестершир Portrait painting Wikipedia in 13/32 languages
Beyond his celebrated depiction of Nelson, Abbott’s portfolio serves as a window into the social and intellectual fabric of his time. Whether capturing the rugged determination of Captain William Locker or the refined features of contemporary entrepreneurs, Abbott’s technique allowed him to navigate between the heroic and the intimate. This skill is perhaps most famously realized in his portrait of Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson.
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American Born in Темплтон Portrait miniatures Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
Sarah Goodridge (1788–1853) was not merely a painter; she was a pioneer who navigated the rigid social constraints of her era to become one of the most accomplished miniaturists of her time.
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French Born in Paris Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassical
Flora: A 1751 marble masterpiece that showcases his Neoclassical mastery through serene beauty and elegant form.
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French Neoclassical
Emerging from the refined traditions of a noble family with deep connections to the Bourbon monarchy, Alexandre Denis Abel de Pujol was destined for a life steeped in the grandeur of classical antiquity. From David, Pujol inherited far more than mere technical prowess; he absorbed a commitment to the dramatic power of historical narrative and a meticulous attention to detail. His influence extended far beyond his own canvas, as he nurtured a new generation of talent, passing down the disciplined techniques of the Neoclassical tradition to notable students such as Alexandre-Gabriel Decamps and Émile Lévy.
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British Born in Leeds Neoclassical Portraiture Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
His oeuvre, which includes notable works such as Charles Ingram and James Parsons, showcases a mastery of the portrait genre that helped define the British school of painting during a period of immense transition. Beyond his individual paintings, Wilson's significance lies in his role as a bridge between eras. His work became a mirror for the era's rising aristocracy, capturing the essence of figures like David Garrick and Sir William Henry Lyttelton with an elegance that spoke to their social standing and intellectual vigor.
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Swedish Born in Stockholm Neoclassical Painting Wikipedia in 10/32 languages
Adolf Ulrik Wertmüller (1751-1811) stands as a pivotal figure in Swedish art history, recognized primarily for his elegant portraits—particularly those depicting royalty—and his groundbreaking exploration of female nudes within the burgeoning neoclassical movement.
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French Neoclassical
His ability to capture the essence of the era's leading figures—from military commanders like François Chasseloup Laubat to the quiet authority of the French elite—demonstrated a mastery of Neoclassical realism.
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Born in Paris
A notable event illustrating this dynamic occurred at the Salon of 1750, where Lemoyne exhibited a pastel portrait of La Tour, only to find La Tour exhibiting his own self-portrait – perhaps a deliberate demonstration of artistic superiority. Key Influence: Maurice Quentin de la Tour (pastel portraiture).
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British Born in Plymouth Neoclassical, Romanticism Wikipedia in 11/32 languages
Born in the coastal reaches of Plymouth, Sir Charles Lock Eastlake was a man whose life was an intricate tapestry of artistic creation and scholarly devotion. As the son of an Admiralty lawyer, his early years were steeped in the traditions of England, yet his spirit wandered toward the sublime landscapes of the Mediterranean.
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Француз Born in Париж Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
He excelled at portraying members of the French aristocracy and military leaders – figures who sought to project an image of stability, authority, and unwavering resolve in the face of societal upheaval. From his formative years under the tutelage of Jacques-Louis David, the preeminent Neoclassical painter and official artist to Napoleon Bonaparte, Hersent absorbed a rigorous approach to draftsmanship, composition, and form, principles that would become the bedrock of his distinctive style.
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Ірландсько-американська Born in Дублін Скульптура в стилі Боз-ар (Beaux-Arts)
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Ірландія Born in Ко́рк Ніокласицизм
Born either in 1789 or 1799 – the discrepancy itself a testament to the deliberate obfuscation that characterized his existence – in Cork, Ireland, as Margaret Anne Bulkley, Barry navigated a world rigidly defined by gender roles by assuming a male identity. The extraordinary secret of James Barry's true identity remained concealed until after his death in 1865.
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Американський Born in Честертаун Неокласицизм Wikipedia in 9/32 languages
The paintings behind the names
Through time
In figures
| Франція | 24 |
|---|---|
| Сполучене Королівство | 17 |
| Італія | 9 |
| Сполучені Штати Америки | 9 |
| Німеччина | 6 |
| Данія | 4 |
| France | 4 |
| Ірландія | 4 |
| 17th century | 1 |
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| 18th century | 88 |
| 19th century | 11 |
All of them, in order
Жак-Луї ДавідФранцуз · 1748–1825Жан-Огюст-Домінік ЕнгрФранцуз · 1780–1867Елізабет Віже-ЛебренФранцуженка · 1755–1842Джошуа РейнольдсБританська · 1723–1792Антоніо КановаІталійський · 1757–1822Антон Рафаель МенгсНімецький художник · 1728–1779
Ангелика КауфманШвейцарка · 1741–1807
Антуан-Жан Гро1771–1835
Бертель Торвальдсен1770–1844Ан-Луї Жироде де Русі-ТріозонФранцуз · 1767–1824Томас ЛоуренсБританський · 1769–1830Джон Сінглтон КопліАмериканець (народився в США), британський підданий · 1738–1815Бенджамін ВестАмериканський · 1738–1820Роберт АдамШотландська · 1728–1792
Помпео БатоніІталієць · 1708–1787Гілберт СтюартАмериканський · 1755–1828Карл Фрідріх ШинкельПрусский · 1781–1841Джордж РомніБританська · 1734–1802
Жозеф-Марі В'Єн1716–1809Брюллов Карл ПавловичРосійський · 1799–1852Гюбер РоберФранцуз · 1733–1808
Франсуа ЖерарФранцуз · 1770–1837П'єр-Нарсісс ГеренФранцуз · 1774–1833Джон ТрамблАмериканський · 1756–1843Семюел Фінлі Бріз МорзеАмериканський · 1791–1872Чарльз Вілсон ПейлАмериканський · 1741–1827П'єр Поль ПрюдонФранцуз · 1758–1823Генрі РебернШотландець · 1756–1823Крістоффер Вільгельм ЕккерсберґДанський · 1783–1853Ніколай АбільґорДанію · 1743–1809Жозеф Сіффред ДюплессиФранція · 1725–1802Джон Вільям Годвард1861–1922Йоганн ЦоффаніНімецький · 1733–1810
Ансельм ФоєрбахНімець · 1829–1880Марчелло БаччарелліІталієць · 1731–1818
Йозеф Карл ШтілерНімець · 1781–1858Франсуа-Андре ВенсанФранцуз · 1746–1816Карл ВернеФранцуз · 1758–1836Жан-Батист РеньоБританська · 1754–1829William SalterBritish · 1804–1875Луї Леопольд Бойль1761–1845Томас СалліБританський-американський · 1783–1872Рембрандт ПейлАмериканський · 1778–1860Герберт Джеймс ДрейперБританський · 1863–1920Йозеф Антон КохАвстрієць · 1768–1839
Жан-Антуане ХудонФранцуз · 1741–1828Вільям БічіБританський · 1753–1839Adélaïde Labille-GuiardFrench · 1749–1803Йоганн Генріх Вільгельм ТішбейнБританська · 1751–1829Джон РамеджІрландський-американський · 1748–1802Гійом Гійон-ЛетьєрФранцузький · 1760–1832
Андреа Аппіані1754–1817Девід АлланШотландець · 1744–1796
Іпполіт ФландренФранцуз · 1809–1864
Джон ХопнерБританська · 1758–1810Джон Пітер РасселАвстралійський · 1858–1930
Дональд Річардсон СтаршийАнглійська · 1667–1745
Жак Лоран Агассе1767–1849Антон ҐрафШвейцарський · 1736–1813Алексєєв Федір ЯковичРосіянин · 1755–1824
Жан-Батист Пігалле1725–1805Огюст КудеФранцуз · 1789–1873
Джованні Баттіста ПіранейсіІталійський · 1720–1778Marguerite GérardFrench · 1761–1837Лагреній (старший)Француз · 1756–1827Johann Georg EdlingerAustrian · 1741–1819Томас ХадсонБританський · 1701–1779
Павло ЦакалонАнглійський · 1798–1863
Федір Степанович Рокотов1730–1808Gavin HamiltonScottish · 1723–1798Жозеф-Бенуа СювеДанська · 1743–1807Томас ФіліпсБританський · 1770–1845
Ансельм Фрідріх ФейєрбахНімець · 1829–1880Жан-Батист ІзабеFrench · 1767–1855Йенс ЮльАнглійська · 1745–1802Йоганн Баптіст Фон Лампі СтаршийАвстро-італієць · 1751–1830Франсуа ГранеФранцуз · 1775–1849Вінченцо КамуччініІталієць · 1771–1844Лемуель Френсіс ЕбботEnglish · 1760–1802Сара ҐудріджAmerican · 1788–1853Étienne Maurice FalconetFrench · 1716–1791
Джордж ДауАнглійська · 1781–1829Alexandre Denis Abel de PujolFrench · 1825–1861
Ян Адам КруземанDutch · 1804–1862Benjamin WilsonBritish · 1721–1788Adolf Ulrik WertmüllerSwedish · 1751–1811Georges RougetFrench · 1783–1869
Массімо Д'АзельйоІталієць · 1798–1866
Франсіско Баєу І СубіасІспанець · 1734–1795
Вільям Генрі ПайнАнглійська · 1769–1843
Сайр Мартін Арчер ШиІрландський · 1769–1850Jean Baptiste Ii Lemoyne1704–1778Charles Lock EastlakeBritish · 1793–1865
Альбер Енест Каррєр БеллюзФранцуз · 1824–1887
Вільям ГамільтонБританська · 1751–1801Луї ЕрсанФранцуз · 1777–1860Августус Сент-ҐоденсІрландсько-американська · 1848–1907Джеймс БарріІрландія · 1799–1865Джеймс ПейлАмериканський · 1749–1831
Шарль МеньєФранцуз · 1763–1832Your questions, answered
First place goes to Жак-Луї Давід (#1); Жан-Огюст-Домінік Енгр (#2) and Елізабет Віже-Лебрен (#3) complete the podium.
Жак-Луї Давід (#1), Жан-Огюст-Домінік Енгр (#2), Елізабет Віже-Лебрен (#3), Джошуа Рейнольдс (#4) and Антоніо Канова (#5).
Most artists in this list were born in the 18th century (88 of 100), between 1667 and 1863 overall.
Франція: 24 of the 100 artists in this list were born there, then Сполучене Королівство (17) and Італія (9).
The women of this list (5): Елізабет Віже-Лебрен (#3), Ангелика Кауфман (#7), Adélaïde Labille-Guiard (#48), Marguerite Gérard (#64) and Сара Ґудрідж (#80).
Париж: 10 of the artists in this list were born there.
The earliest-born artist in this list is Дональд Річардсон Старший (#57), born in 1667.
The highest-ranked artists born in Франція are Жак-Луї Давід (#1), Жан-Огюст-Домінік Енгр (#2), Елізабет Віже-Лебрен (#3), Антуан-Жан Гро (#8) and Ан-Луї Жироде де Русі-Тріозон (#10).
The highest-ranked artists born in Сполучене Королівство are Джошуа Рейнольдс (#4), Томас Лоуренс (#11), Роберт Адам (#14), Джордж Ромні (#18) and Генрі Реберн (#28).
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Метрополітен-музей (16), Лувр (14) and Державний музей-заповідник «Ермітаж» (10).
Our catalogue holds 15,323 works by these artists. Each one can be ordered as a hand-painted oil reproduction or a print.
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