Timeline · 1780–1789
The 1780s (1780–1789) fall within the lightness of the Rococo giving way to the order of Neoclassicism. Across these years the gallery holds 2,112 public-domain artworks, with Romanticism the decade's dominant movement (1,676 works) and Kitagawa Utamaro among its most prolific hands.
Lady Williams and Child 1783 
Martha Washington 1782 
The Marquise de Pezay, and the Marquise de Rougé with Her Sons Alexis and Adrien 1787 
Untitled 1783 
Untitled 1780 
Edward Smith Stanley (1752–1834), Twelfth Earl of Derby, with His First Wife (Lady Elizabeth Hamilton, 1753–1797) and Their Son (Edward Smith Stanley, 1775–1851) 1788 
George Washington 1782 
Untitled 1783 
Untitled 1783 
Untitled 1783 
Untitled 1780 
Madame de Saint-Maurice 1788 
Untitled 1785 
Untitled 1780 
Lady with a Dog 1786 
Mary Birch 1785 
Untitled 1780 
Portrait Miniature of the Marquis de Lafayette 1785 
George Washington and William Lee 1780 
源琦筆 燕姞・楊貴妃図|Yanji with Orchids and Yang Guifei with Peonies 1785 
Portrait of a Lady 1785 
Untitled 1785 
George Washington 1780 
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Ammi Phillips, born on April 24, 1788, was a prolific American portrait painter known for his folk art style and itinerant career in the 19th century. His work, spanning over 800…
Ammi Phillips' legacy lies in his significant contribution to American folk art, leaving behind a vast and distinctive body of work that…
What else happened that dayThomas Sully, born on June 19, 1783, was an English-American portrait painter known for his works in the style of Thomas Lawrence, earning him the nickname 'Sir Thomas Lawrence of…
Thomas Sully's portraits continue to represent a significant part of American art history.
What else happened that dayJean Auguste Dominique Ingres, born on August 29, 1780, was a French Neoclassical painter who sought to preserve traditional techniques amidst the rising Romantic movement. His…
Ingres' innovative style paved the way for modern art, influencing notable artists like Henri Matisse and Pablo Picasso.
What else happened that dayFrederik Michael Ernst Fabritius de Tengnagel was a Danish military officer and landscape painter, born on January 2, 1781, known for specializing in winter landscapes, as seen in…
He remains a notable figure in Danish landscape painting for his unique winter scenes.
What else happened that dayOn February 5, 1788, American artist Sarah Goodridge was born, known for her exquisite miniatures on ivory, characterized by sharp details and plain light, as seen in works like…
Sarah Goodridge's legacy lies in her innovative and intimate miniature portraits that continue to captivate audiences with their remarkable…
What else happened that dayAmerican artist Edward Hicks, born on April 4, 1780, was a Quaker preacher and painter known for his peaceful, crowded scenes, particularly his iconic series 'The Peaceable…
Edward Hicks' unique style and tranquil scenes have left a lasting impact on American folk art.
What else happened that dayPierre Louis Dumesnil, a French artist born in Paris in 1698, is known for his captivating scenes of everyday life, as seen in works like Card Players in a Drawing Room. His art…
Dumesnil's work remains a testament to the enduring appeal of French Rococo art.
Ubaldo Gandolfi, an Italian painter, draughtsman, and sculptor of the late-Baroque period, was known for his biblical, mythological, and allegorical subjects, as well as portraits…
Ubaldo Gandolfi's works remain significant examples of late-Baroque art in Italy.
What else happened that dayCarl Gustav Carus, born on January 3, 1789, was a multifaceted German figure of the Romantic era, excelling as a physiologist, painter, and naturalist, with friendships like…
Carl Gustav Carus leaves a lasting legacy as a bridge between art and science in the 19th century.
What else happened that dayOn November 17, 1780, Italian urban landscape painter Bernardo Bellotto died, leaving behind a legacy of detailed vedute of European cities. His work, often compared to that of…
Bellotto's unique style and meticulous cityscapes continue to influence landscape painting.
What else happened that dayFrançois Joseph Heim, born on December 16, 1787, was a French painter renowned for his history paintings and portraits, showcasing his technical skill and attention to detail in…
Heim's contributions to French art remain significant, with his paintings continuing to be celebrated for their historical and cultural…
What else happened that dayHorace Vernet, born on June 30, 1789, was a French painter known for his battle scenes, portraits, and Orientalist subjects, showcasing his versatility and skill in capturing…
He remains a prominent figure in French art history, celebrated for his contributions to the development of Orientalist and historical…
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