Johann Heinrich Tischbein (1722 - 1789)
1722-10-03Haina, Germany1789-08-22Kassel, GermanyGermany
Johann Heinrich Tischbein
Johann Heinrich Tischbein the Elder, known as the Kasseler Tischbein, was one of the most respected European painters in the 18th century and an important member of the Tischbein family of German painters, which spanned three generations.
His work consisted primarily of portraits of the nobility, mythological scenes, and historical paintings. For his mythology paintings his models were mostly members of the upper nobility.
Date and place of birt: | 3 october 1722, Haina, Germany |
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Date and place of death: | 22 august 1789, Kassel, Germany |
Nationality: | Germany |
Period of activity: | XVIII century |
Specialization: | Artist, Painter |
Genre: | History painting, Mythological painting, Portrait |
Art style: | Neoclassicism, Rococo, Old Masters |