German
(Resident in Britain)
1734-1810
Johann Zoffany Galleries
Painter of portraits, conversation pieces, and theatrical scenes, Zoffany was born in Germany and came to England about 1758 after studying in Italy. He began by painting clock faces and doing hack work, before turning to painting theatrical scenes, especially depicting David Garrick. He was favoured by the royal family. George III nominated him for the Royal Academy in 1769 and recommended him to the duke of Tuscany. Related Paintings of Johann Zoffany :. | Charles Towneley in his Sculpture Gallery | Archduchess Maria Amalia of Austria | Colonel Mordaunt's Cock Match | Portrait of Sir Lawrence Dundas | Portrait of Mrs. Oswald | Related Artists: Aleksander Uurits (May 12, 1888 - August 10, 1918) was an Estonian painter and graphic artist.
John Scarlett Davies Australian Painter, 1864-1939 Giovanni Ponticelli Italian, 1855-1877