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 :. | The Tribuna of the Uffizi (mk25) | The Tribuna of the Uffizi, | Colonel Mordaunt's Cock Match | Charles Towneley in his Sculpture Gallery | Grand Duke Pietro Leopoldo of Tuscany with his Family |
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