Question 1

Who was famous for painting ballerinas?

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Edgar Degas is an artist who was famous for painting ballerinas. He also produced bronze statues, prints and drawings, and worked in impressionism. You can shop a selection of expertly vetted Edgar Degas pieces from some of the world’s top art dealers on 1stDibs.

Question 2

Why are Monet's paintings so famous?

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Monet’s paintings are so famous because they are stunning examples of Impressionist art. Claude Monet is known for having played a pivotal role in the growth of the Impressionist movement. Instead of painting landscapes and people in a realistic manner, the Parisian artist focused on how the eye viewed his subjects and the ways in which light and shadow changed their appearance. As a result, he painted many scenes over and over again at different times of day. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Impressionist art from some of the world’s top galleries.

Question 3

Who is famous for painting dogs?

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George Rodrigue is especially famous for painting dogs. Although many artists, from Francisco Goya to Andy Warhol, depicted dogs in their work, Rodrigue created a series of “Blue Dog” paintings that became very popular during the 1990s. These paintings are frequently reproduced as posters and prints. Shop a selection of authentic George Rodrigue art from some of the world’s top galleries on 1stDibs.

Question 4

What is the famous tornado painting?

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The most famous tornado painting is arguably Tornado Over Kansas by John Steuart Curry. The 1929 oil painting is now in the Muskegon Museum of Art in Muskegon, Michigan. There are other popular paintings that depict tornadoes, including Thomas Cole's Tornado in an American Forest and Julius Holm's Tornado over St. Paul. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of fine art.

Question 5

What are the most famous paintings in Myanmar?

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One of the most famous paintings in Myanmar is the Portrait of the Royal Family, which artist Saya Sawa produced in the late 19th century. The painting depicts the last Konbaung monarch with his wife and children in an informal pose with a cityscape view. Other notable Myanma artworks include the Awakening of Buddha Taṇhaṅkara, located in the Upali Thein Temple in Bagan, and works by artist Ba Nyan, such as U Ba O, Night of the Shwedagon and Timber Stacking. Shop a wide range of fine art on 1stDibs.

Question 6

What is the famous dawn painting?

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There is actually more than one famous dawn painting. One well-known work depicting the early morning hours is Claude Monet's Impression, Sunrise. This work impacted the 19th-century art world so much that it is sometimes cited as inspiring the name of the Impressionist movement. Other notable painted depictions of dawn include Albert Bierstadt's Sunrise on the Matterhorn; Camille Pissaro's Sunrise Over the Fields, Eragny; and Frederic Edwin Church's Above the Clouds at Sunrise. Find a large collection of landscape art on 1stDibs.

Question 7

What is the most famous painting in the Louvre?

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The most famous painting in the Louvre is arguably the Mona Lisa. Painted in the early 16th century by Italian Renaissance master Leonardo da Vinci, it is a half-length oil-on-wood portrait of Lisa del Giocondo. Some other famous paintings in the Louvre include Liberty Leading the People by Eugène Delacroix, Oath of the Horatii by Jacques-Louis David, The Wedding at Cana by Paolo Veronese, The Raft of the Medusa by Théodore Géricault and Death of the Virgin by Caravaggio. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of fine art.

Question 8

Who are the famous painted horses?

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The names of the horses in most paintings are unknown, but a few famous horses do stand out in the equestrian art produced over the centuries. Andy Warhol depicted Silky Sullivan and jockey Bill Shoemaker in 1978, and George Stubbs created a painting of Whistlejacket, a horse owned by Charles Watson-Wentwort, the second Marquess of Rockingham, in 1762. You'll find a range of horse paintings on 1stDibs.

Question 9

Which famous painting was painted on cardboard?

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The famous painting that was painted on cardboard is The Scream. Edvard Munch actually produced four versions of the widely known painting that represents struggles with fear and anxiety. Reportedly, the reason for the artist's choice of materials was that cardboard was significantly less expensive than canvas. Shop an assortment of Edvard Munch art on 1stDibs.

Question 10

What is an original painting?

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An original painting is anything thought to be the true work of the artist instead of an imitation or reproduction. Original art can be in any media, as long as it is the first of that piece of art.

Question 11

What is Pablo Picasso’s most famous painting?

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Historians disagree about which of Pablo Picasso's paintings is the most famous because many of his works are well-known and easily recognizable. Some notable pieces include Guernica, Les Demoiselles d'Avignon, The Old Guitarist, The Weeping Woman and Portrait of Ambroise Vollard. You'll find a large collection of Pablo Picasso on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What are some of Henri Matisse’s most famous paintings?

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Some of Henri Matisse's most famous paintings include Le Bonheur de Vivre, Blue Nude (Souvenir de Biskra), Woman with a Hat, Music, The Green Stripe and L'Atelier Rouge. Matisse also worked as a draftsman, printmaker and sculptor. Regardless of what medium he was working in, the French artist was a master of color. Although classically trained at the Académie Julian in Paris, he abandoned traditional techniques and genres to pioneer a style all his own, marked by quick gestural strokes and fluid contours. Find an assortment of Henri Matisse art on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What is Raphael’s most famous painting called?

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Raphael's most famous painting is arguably The School of Athens. The Italian painter produced the fresco between 1509 and 1511, and it depicts the greatest minds of antiquity, including Plato, Archimedes and Pythagoras. Other well-known works by Raphael include The Sistine Madonna, The Marriage of the Virgin, The Triumph of Galatea, Transfiguration and the Portrait of Baldassare Castiglione. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of fine art.

Question 14

What is Roy Lichtenstein’s most famous painting?

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Roy Lichtenstein has a large number of famous paintings. The most famous include Whaam!, Drowning Girl, Look Mickey, M-Maybe, In the Car, Masterpiece, Crak!, and two separate works titled Crying Girl. You'll find a selection of Roy Lichtenstein art on 1stDibs.

Question 15

Who painted the most famous picture of Jesus?

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There are many famous artists who painted Jesus. Popular depictions of Jesus Christ were created by Warner Sallman and Leonardo Di Vinci, among others. Shop religious art on 1stDibs.

Question 16

What is Hopper's most famous painting called?

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Hopper's most famous painting is called Nighthawks. Partially inspired by Ernest Hemingway's novel The Killers, the painting depicts a cast of characters viewed through the wide window of a diner. Edward Hopper painted the piece in 1942, and today, it is in the permanent collection of the Art Institute of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois. Find a selection of Edward Hopper art on 1stDibs.

Question 17

What country is famous for Balinese painting?

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Indonesia is famous for Balinese painting. Bali is an island in Indonesia and is traditionally home to artists who work in the Kamasan style, which involves applying natural pigments with a pen or brush. A strict set of guidelines dictates the line, form and proportion, and pieces often depict religious stories. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Balinese paintings from some of the world’s top galleries.

Question 18

What is the famous painting of Palermo Market?

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The famous painting of Palermo Market is La Vucciria. In 1974, artist Renato Guttuso created the painting, drawing from his memories of visiting the bustling marketplace as a child. Today, the painting is on view at the Palazzo Chiaramonte-Steri in the Rectorate of the University of Palermo. Explore a selection of Renato Guttuso art on 1stDibs.

Question 19

What famous painting was ruined by a restorer?

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The most famous painting that was ruined by a restorer was Ecce Homo by Elías García Martínez. In 2012, the task of restoring the fresco in the Sanctuary of Mercy church in Borja, Spain, was left in the hands of an 81-year-old untrained artist who repainted the work, making the piece completely unrecognizable. Unfortunately, the painting is not the only piece to be severely damaged during restoration, pointing to the need to carefully vet restorers before hiring them. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of fine art.

Question 20

What is the famous painting from Good Times?

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The famous painting from Good Times is The Sugar Shack. Artist Ernie Barnes produced it in 1976, and it appeared on the cover of Marvin Gaye's album I Want You that same year. Barnes was an American painter whose artwork reflected African American experiences. As a skilled athlete in numerous sports during his early years, Barnes went on to play professional football, and, after a five-year career, he decided to retire from the sport and paint full-time. Barnes continues today to be one of the most widely collected Black painters of his time. On 1stDibs, find a range of art for sale.

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