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 :. | Cockfight in Lucknow | George Nassau Clavering, 3rd Earl of Cowper (1738-1789), Florence beyond | Colonel Mordaunt s Cock Match | Queen Charlotte with her Two Eldest Sons | Self-Portrait as a Monk |
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Period: Modern (1910-1949) Country: Italy Born: April 01, 1866 in Empoli, Italy Died: July 27, 1924 in Berlin, Germany Genres: Chamber Music, Concerto, Keyboard Music, Opera, Orchestral Music, Vocal Music
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