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Discover the top 100 most famous paintings in the world, from classical to modern art. Learn about the history, style, and significance of each masterpiece, and see stunning images and videos.
- Susan Dorling
Presented by our cadre of art connoisseurs, we offer a contemplative selection of the world's top 100 most famous paintings. These works, crafted by revered artists, find their home in some of the world's most distinguished museums.
Nov 10, 2023 · A ranking of the most famous paintings, from Jan van Eyck’s portrait to Gustav Klimt’s masterpiece.
- Howard Halle
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- Primavera (1482) by Sandro Botticelli. Artist. Sandro Botticelli. Date Created. 1482. Medium. Tempera on Panel. Current Location. Uffizi Gallery. The image displays a crowd gathered in an orange grove.
- Mona Lisa (c. 1503) by Leonardo da Vinci. Artist. Leonardo da Vinci. Date Created. 1503. Medium. Oil on Panel. Current Location. Louvre, Paris. This portrait of a female, clothed in the Florentine manner and seated in a dreamlike, mountainous scene, is an outstanding example of Leonardo’s sfumato style of soft, highly shaded modeling.
- The Ambassadors (1533) by Hans Holbein the Younger. Artist. Hans Holbein the Younger. Date Created. 1533. Medium. Oil Paint. Current Location. The National Gallery. Hans Holbein, the greatest portrait artist of his day, spent a significant quantity of time in Henry VIII’s courts.
- Judith Slaying Holofernes (1610) by Artemisia Gentileschi. Artist. Artemisia Gentileschi. Date Created. 1610. Medium. Oil on Canvas. Current Location. Museo e Real Bosco di Capodimonte.
Dec 22, 2023 · Explore some of the most famous artworks in history from ancient Greek sculpture to early 20th century paintings. From Michelangelo's "David" to Van Gogh's "Starry Night," this list includes artworks that have stood the test of time.
Sep 4, 2023 · Famous Paintings: Explore 100+ iconic artworks and their stories. From masterpieces to renowned artists, discover the world of art.
Nov 26, 2018 · If I’d been asked to list the 100 greatest artworks 200 years ago – or even 100 – we’d have been looking for pieces that belonged to an unassailable canon, based on the study of ...
