Thomas Gainsborough

About Thomas Gainsborough

Birth Day: May 14, 1727
Birth Place: England

Thomas Gainsborough

Thomas Gainsborough was born on May 14, 1727 in England. British portrait and landscape painter who became famous for his 1770 work 'Blue Boy.' His portraits of King George III and the queen garnered him several royal commissions in 1780.
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As per our current Database, Thomas Gainsborough has been died on Aug 2, 1788 (age 61).

🎂 Thomas Gainsborough - Age, Bio, Faces and Birthday

When Thomas Gainsborough die, Thomas Gainsborough was 61 years old.

Popular As Thomas Gainsborough
Occupation Painter
Age 61 years old
Zodiac Sign Taurus
Born May 14, 1727 (England)
Birthday May 14
Town/City England
Nationality England

🌙 Zodiac

Thomas Gainsborough’s zodiac sign is Taurus. According to astrologers, Taurus is practical and well-grounded, the sign harvests the fruits of labor. They feel the need to always be surrounded by love and beauty, turned to the material world, hedonism, and physical pleasures. People born with their Sun in Taurus are sensual and tactile, considering touch and taste the most important of all senses. Stable and conservative, this is one of the most reliable signs of the zodiac, ready to endure and stick to their choices until they reach the point of personal satisfaction.

🌙 Chinese Zodiac Signs

Thomas Gainsborough was born in the Year of the Goat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Goat enjoy being alone in their thoughts. They’re creative, thinkers, wanderers, unorganized, high-strung and insecure, and can be anxiety-ridden. They need lots of love, support and reassurance. Appearance is important too. Compatible with Pig or Rabbit.

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About

British portrait and landscape Painter who became famous for his 1770 work 'Blue Boy.' His portraits of King George III and the queen garnered him several royal commissions in 1780.

Before Fame

He was taught by Hubert Gravelot, Francis Hayman, and William Hogarth in London during the 1740s. He began his artistic career by creating decorations for a children's charity event.

Trivia

His portraits, such as "Portrait of Mrs. Graham" and "The Morning Walk," captured the individuality of their subjects.

Family Life

His was born to John Gainsborough, a Suffolk weaver. His brother Humphrey invented the process of condensing steam in a separate container. He married Margaret Burr in 1746, and together they had two daughters.

Associated With

He was a contemporary of fellow portrait Artist John Singer Sargent.

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