Timeline · 1740–1749
The 1740s (1740–1749) fall within the lightness of the Rococo giving way to the order of Neoclassicism. Across these years the gallery holds 1,920 public-domain artworks, with Baroque the decade's dominant movement (1,052 works) and Canaletto among its most prolific hands.
Procession of Gondolas in the Bacino di San Marco, Venice 1742 
The Artist's Studio 1749 
Entrance to the Grand Canal from the Molo, Venice 1743 
The Empress Elizabeth of Russia (1709–1762) on Horseback, Attended by a Page 1740 
Fishing in Springtime 1749 
The Meeting 1746 
The Square of Saint Mark's, Venice 1743 
Untitled 1748 
The Letter 1746 
Untitled 1744 
The Rebuke of Adam and Eve 1740 
Bacchus and Ariadne 1744 
Christ at the Sea of Galilee 1740 
Madame Marsollier and Her Daughter 1749 
Untitled 1745 
Card Players in a Drawing Room 1749 
The Mass of Saint Basil 1746 
Untitled 1749 
Procession in the Courtyard of the Ducal Palace, Venice 1742 
The Baptism of Christ 1740 
Elijah Taken Up in a Chariot of Fire 1748 
Christ Healing the Sick 1742 
Vaprio d'Adda 1744 
Thomas (1740–1825) and Martha Neate (1741–after 1795) with His Tutor, Thomas Needham 1748 Looking for named art-historical periods instead? Browse periods.
Jacques-Louis David, a French Neoclassicism artist, was born on August 30, 1748. His work is defined by a severe classical style, developed during his time in Italy, where he…
He remains a pivotal figure in the development of Neoclassicism, influencing generations of artists with his rigorous and intellectually…
What else happened that dayRichard Cosway, born on November 5, 1742, was a prominent English portrait painter of the Georgian and Regency era, renowned for his exquisite miniatures. He befriended notable…
Richard Cosway's work continues to be celebrated for its delicate and intricate portrayal of 18th-century England's elite.
What else happened that dayAdélaïde Labille-Guiard, a French miniaturist and portrait painter, was born on April 11, 1749. She advocated for equal opportunities for women in painting and made history as one…
Labille-Guiard paved the way for future generations of female artists with her trailblazing career and advocacy for equality.
What else happened that dayJan van Huysum, a Dutch painter, was known for his meticulously rendered still-life works, often featuring flowers and fruit in intricate compositions. He initially explored…
Jan van Huysum's work remains significant in the history of Dutch still-life painting, showcasing his exceptional skill and attention to…
What else happened that dayAngelica Kauffmann, a Swiss painter, was born on October 30, 1741. She had a successful career in London and Rome, remembered primarily as a history painter, and was also a…
Angelica Kauffmann's legacy lies in her trailblazing contributions as a female artist in a predominantly male-dominated field during the…
What else happened that dayGeorg Christoph Grooth was a German painter known for his portraits of Russian royalty, including Elizabeth of Russia and Peter III. His work captures the essence of 18th-century…
Grooth's portraits remain significant examples of 18th-century European portraiture, particularly in the context of Russian imperial…
What else happened that dayFrancisco Goya, born on March 30, 1746, was a Spanish romantic painter and printmaker who reflected historical upheavals in his work, influencing 19th- and 20th-century artists.…
Goya is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the history of Western art.
What else happened that dayCharles Willson Peale, born on April 15, 1741, was a multifaceted American painter, military officer, scientist, and naturalist, renowned for his portraits of prominent American…
Peale's legacy extends beyond his art to his role as a founder of one of the first American museums, the Philadelphia Museum, in 1784.
What else happened that dayAnne Vallayer-Coster, a French painter, was born on December 21, 1744, and is best known for her still lifes, which showcased her exceptional skill in depicting flowers and…
She remains a notable figure in the history of French art for her contributions to the still life genre.
What else happened that dayGenki, born on June 12, 1747, in Kyoto, was an artist known for works such as Scenes of the Four Seasons in Kyoto and Chinese Beauty Beside a Plum Tree, which showcase his skill…
Genki's artwork continues to influence Japanese art and culture to this day.
What else happened that dayAlessandro Magnasco, an Italian late-Baroque painter, was known for his stylized and often phantasmagoric scenes, characterized by fragmented forms and swift brushstrokes. Active…
Magnasco's innovative style influenced the development of Italian Rococo and Baroque painting.
What else happened that dayNicolas Lancret was a French painter known for depicting light comedy, reflecting the tastes and manners of French society during the 18th century. His works, such as The See-Saw…
Nicolas Lancret's paintings remain a testament to the charm and elegance of 18th-century French society.
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