Timeline · 1730–1739
The 1730s (1730–1739) fall within the lightness of the Rococo giving way to the order of Neoclassicism. Across these years the gallery holds 1,413 public-domain artworks, with Rococo painting the decade's dominant movement (699 works) and Mark Catesby among its most prolific hands.
Susanna Truax 1730 
Gustavus Hamilton (1710–1746), Second Viscount Boyne, in Masquerade Costume 1730 
Young Lady with a Rose 1732 
The Strong Family 1732 
Flora and Zephyr 1730 
Soap Bubbles 1733 
The Silver Tureen 1730 
Allegory of Winter 1733 
Concert Champêtre 1734 
The Triumph of Mordecai 1736 
Uvedale Tomkyns Price (1685–1764) and Members of His Family 1731 
The Hunt Breakfast 1737 
Campo Sant'Angelo 1734 
Hannah Pemberton 1734 
Allegory of Government: Wisdom Defeating Discord 1734 
Untitled 1735 
A Musical Gathering at the Court of the Elector Karl Albrecht of Bavaria 1730 
Sir James Dashwood (1715–1779) 1737 
The Exaltation of the True Cross 1733 
Saint Margaret of Cortona 1737 
The Kitchen Maid 1738 
The Waterfalls at Tivoli 1737 
Portraits of the Qianlong Emperor and His Twelve Consorts 1736 
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Jean Honoré Fragonard, a French painter, was born on April 5, 1732. He is known for his Rococo style, which was influenced by François Boucher, and his ability to capture…
Fragonard's works continue to be celebrated for their captivating and delicate portrayal of 18th-century life.
What else happened that dayMatthew Pratt, born on September 23, 1734, was an American artist associated with academic art. He is known for his calm and serene colors, as seen in works like 'The American…
Matthew Pratt's work continues to offer a unique glimpse into 18th-century artistic life and practices.
What else happened that dayNicolas Bertin, a French painter, is notable for his works such as Joseph and Potiphar's Wife and Susanna and the Elders, showcasing his skill in depicting biblical scenes. He was…
Nicolas Bertin's legacy lies in his contributions to French painting, particularly in his renderings of biblical subjects.
What else happened that dayHubert Robert, born on May 22, 1733, was a French painter in the Romanticism school, known for his landscape paintings and capricci of ruins in Italy and France, as seen in works…
He remains a notable figure in the development of Romantic landscape painting.
What else happened that dayJohn Singleton Copley, born on July 3, 1738, was a prominent American-born British painter known for his portraits of the wealthy and historical paintings that showcased modern…
He remains a key figure in American and British art history, influencing the development of portrait and history painting.
What else happened that dayLéonard Defrance, born on November 5, 1735, was a French painter and scholar of J. B. Coclers, known for his diverse works including historical pieces, landscapes, and still…
Defrance's contributions to art education and his varied artistic output have left a lasting impact on the art world.
What else happened that dayBenjamin West, born on October 10, 1738, was an American artist known for his historical and mythological paintings, such as 'The Expulsion of Adam and Eve from Paradise' and…
Benjamin West's legacy is marked by his influential role in shaping American art and his enduring historical paintings.
What else happened that dayJean-Baptiste Pater, a French rococo painter, is known for his works such as Concert Champêtre and Troops at Rest, showcasing his skill in capturing everyday life and landscapes.…
Pater's legacy lies in his contributions to the development of French rococo painting, leaving behind a collection of notable works that…
What else happened that dayGaetano Gandolfi, born on August 31, 1734, was a prominent Italian painter, draughtsman, and sculptor of the late Baroque period, known for his biblical, mythological, and…
He remains a notable figure in Italian art history, earning a reputation alongside his brother Ubaldo as leading artists of their time.
What else happened that dayJacob Philipp Hackert, a German landscape painter, was born on September 15, 1737. He is notable for his work in Italy, capturing scenic views and landscapes. His paintings, such…
Hackert's work continues to influence the landscape painting genre with his detailed and serene Italian scenes.
What else happened that dayAntoine Rivalz was a French painter born in Toulouse, known for his portraits of 18th-century society and his role as the town's official painter. His work includes notable pieces…
Rivalz remains a significant figure in French art history for his contributions to portrait painting in 18th-century Toulouse.
What else happened that dayPeter Adolf Hall, a Swedish-French artist, was born on February 23, 1739. He primarily worked with miniature painting, capturing detailed portraits like The Painter Louis Joseph…
Hall's meticulous miniature paintings remain a testament to his artistic precision and attention to detail.
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