Johann Gottfried Tannauer (1680 - 1737)

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Johann Gottfried Tannauer

Johann Gottfried Tannauer was a German painter, portraitist, and miniaturist, renowned for his significant contributions to the art scene in Russia during the early 18th century. Born in 1680 in Saxony, Germany, Tannauer initially trained as a watchmaker and studied music before dedicating himself to painting. His artistic journey led him to Venice to study under Sebastiano Bombelli, and he also spent time in Holland, copying works by Rubens.

Invited to Russia by Peter the Great in 1710, Tannauer quickly rose to prominence within the Russian aristocracy, securing a role as a court painter. He was particularly appreciated for his ability to capture the essence and stature of his subjects, which included high-profile figures such as Tsar Peter I and his family. His artworks are notable for their dynamic Baroque style, characterized by intense color combinations and a sense of grandeur​​.

Several of Tannauer's works are preserved in prominent locations such as The Hermitage and the Russian Museum in St. Petersburg. His portraits are celebrated for their vivid portrayal and historical significance, offering a glimpse into the royal and noble personas of his time​​.

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Date and place of birt:1680, Free State of Saxony, Germany
Date and place of death:1737, St. Petersburg, Russian Empire
Nationality:Germany, Italy, Russia, Russian Empire
Period of activity: XVII, XVIII century
Specialization:Artist, Miniaturist, Painter, Portraitist
Genre:History painting, Portrait
Art style:Baroque

Creators Germany

Jürgen Klein (1904 - 1978)
Jürgen Klein
1904 - 1978
Nikolai Dmitrievich Dmitriev-Orenburgsky (1838 - 1898)
Nikolai Dmitrievich Dmitriev-Orenburgsky
1838 - 1898
Emil Nolde (1867 - 1956)
Emil Nolde
1867 - 1956
Emil Bartoschek (1899 - 1969)
Emil Bartoschek
1899 - 1969
Arthur Heyer (1872 - 1931)
Arthur Heyer
1872 - 1931
Katja Brinkmann (1964)
Katja Brinkmann
1964
Ludwig Wilhelm Heupel-Siegen (1864 - 1945)
Ludwig Wilhelm Heupel-Siegen
1864 - 1945
Walter Stöhrer (1937 - 2000)
Walter Stöhrer
1937 - 2000
Jens Hausmann (1964)
Jens Hausmann
1964
Maximilian Hermann Maxy (1895 - 1971)
Maximilian Hermann Maxy
1895 - 1971
Gesa Will (1945)
Gesa Will
1945
Max Schultze (1977)
Max Schultze
1977
Andreas Urteil (1933 - 1963)
Andreas Urteil
1933 - 1963
Johannes von Stumm (1959)
Johannes von Stumm
1959
Günther (Gunter) Graßmann (Grassman) (1900 - 1993)
Günther (Gunter) Graßmann (Grassman)
1900 - 1993
Erwin Carl Wilhelm Gunther (1864 - 1927)
Erwin Carl Wilhelm Gunther
1864 - 1927

Creators Baroque

Vicente Juan Masip (1507 - 1579)
Vicente Juan Masip
1507 - 1579
Bartolomeo Guidobono (1654 - 1709)
Bartolomeo Guidobono
1654 - 1709
Pierre-Victor Galland (1822 - 1892)
Pierre-Victor Galland
1822 - 1892
Lucas Kilian (1579 - 1637)
Lucas Kilian
1579 - 1637
Johann Liss (1597 - 1631)
Johann Liss
1597 - 1631
Gregorio Lazzarini (1657 - 1730)
Gregorio Lazzarini
1657 - 1730
Jan Boeckhorst (1604 - 1668)
Jan Boeckhorst
1604 - 1668
Salomon Adler (1630 - 1709)
Salomon Adler
1630 - 1709
Jacques Bellange (1575 - 1616)
Jacques Bellange
1575 - 1616
Giovanni Maria Morandi (1622 - 1717)
Giovanni Maria Morandi
1622 - 1717
Jean-Baptiste Claude Séne (1748 - 1803)
Jean-Baptiste Claude Séne
1748 - 1803
Jan van Kessel I (1626 - 1679)
Jan van Kessel I
1626 - 1679
Judith Jans Leyster (1609 - 1660)
Judith Jans Leyster
1609 - 1660
Govert (Govaert) Flinck (1615 - 1660)
Govert (Govaert) Flinck
1615 - 1660
Guillaume Coustou (1677 - 1746)
Guillaume Coustou
1677 - 1746
Giovanni Pietro Perti (Peretti) (1648 - 1714)
Giovanni Pietro Perti (Peretti)
1648 - 1714