Who Created These Famous Artworks?

Created at the start of the 20th century, The Thinker is one of the most famous sculptures in the world. It’s been copied and parodied countless times. Also known as Le Penseur, the figure was cast in bronze and stands approximately 185cm high. 

Do you know who created this world famous sculpture?

Born in 1840, French artist Rodin is often considered the founder of modern sculpture. His evocative works are on display in museums, galleries, and public spaces worldwide. Around 27 full-sized versions of The Thinker are in existence, though not all were made by Rodin or even during his lifetime. 

Taken in 1936, this powerful image shows a family displaced by the Great Depression. The photograph came to symbolize the hardships faced by American farmers and migrant workers and remains evocative and emotive to this day. 

Do you know who clicked the shutter for this famous frame?

Born in 1895, Dorethea Lange was a pioneer of documentary photography. Best known for her work with the Farm Securities Association (FSA), her photo essays shone a light on the plight of America’s working poor. Lange went on to co-found photography magazine Aperture and had a huge number of works published in her lifetime. 

One of the most famous paintings of all time, Girl with a Pearl Earring has inspired countless copies and even its very own movie. The painting shows a young girl turning to look at the viewer. Her gaze is direct and intimate, while her colorful clothes are reminiscent of the Orient. 

Although you may well be familiar with the painting, do you know which artist created it? 

Vermeer was one of the leading lights of the Dutch Golden Age of painting. This portrait dates to around 1665 and is a fantastic example of 17th century portraiture. Vermeer is well known for the detail and accuracy of his works. In fact, many experts believe that Vermeer created his pieces by projecting the scenes onto canvas using a camera obscura. 

Also known as The Reader, this painting was created in 1872. The subject appears to be sitting beneath a canopy of lilacs, completely engrossed in a book and oblivious to the world around her. The dappled sunlight plays on her dress and the branches around her appear to be swaying in the wind. 

Do you know who put paint to paper to bring the image to life? 

Born in 1840, Claude Monet was a founder of the Impressionist movement. Perhaps best known for his paintings of waterlilies, the artist also created a large number of landscapes, portraits and crowd scenes. This painting depicts Camille Doncieux, the artist’s favorite model and first wife.