Joseph Vernet
1714
—
1789
France
Joseph Vernet (France, 1714–1789) was a prominent painter known for his maritime scenes, born in Avignon and died in Paris.
Share:
Movement:
Baroque
Biography:
Joseph Vernet was a French painter born in 1714 and active until his death in 1789. He is best known for his contributions to the Baroque movement, particularly through his maritime and landscape paintings that captured the beauty of coastal scenes. Vernet gained recognition for his series of paintings depicting the ports of France, which were commissioned by King Louis XV. His work significantly influenced the portrayal of seascapes and landscapes in French art. Vernet's legacy endures as a key figure in 18th-century French painting, bridging the transition from Baroque to neoclassical styles.