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Pompeo Batoni Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Pompeo Batoni our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Pompeo Batoni · 1708 – 1787

Diana and Cupid

1761

A serene Neoclassical masterpiece featuring the goddess Diana and Cupid by Pompeo Batoni, capturing 18th-century elegance through vibrant colors and classical myth, ready to bring timeless beauty to your collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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A Knight in Rome: Charles Cecil Roberts

1778 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 221 x 157 cm

Experience Rococo elegance with Pompeo Batoni's masterful portrait of a knight amidst Roman ruins; discover this timeless piece of 18th-century grandeur.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1155157 × 221 cm Commission at original size

Portrait of Charles Crowle

1761 · The Louvre, Paris · original 248 x 172 cm

Batoni’s work is housed in museums like the Pinacoteca di Brera in Milan. Roberts commissioned this portrait during his travels to Rome.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1384172 × 248 cm Commission at original size

Hercules at the Crossroads (detail)

1748 · Liechtenstein Museum, Vienna

Experience the classical contemplation of Hercules at the Crossroads by Pompeo Batoni (1748), capturing dramatic chiaroscuro and mythological depth; discover this masterpiece reproduction today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Achilles and the Centaur Chiron

1746 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 159 x 127 cm

Pompeo Batoni’s "Achilles and the Centaur Chiron" (1746) depicts a pivotal moment of mentorship, showcasing classical themes & masterful Baroque artistry.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$737127 × 159 cm Commission at original size

The Countess of San Martino

1785 · Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid · original 99 x 74 cm

Admire Pompeo Batoni's 'The Countess of San Martino,' a stunning 1785 portrait capturing aristocratic elegance & grace with rich detail and masterful technique.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$36374 × 99 cm Commission at original size

Madonna and Child

1742 · Galleria Borghese, Rome

Admire Pompeo Batoni's iconic Madonna and Child masterpiece – meticulously recreated as a museum-quality oil painting reproduction by TOPofART, capturing the artist’s refined style and exquisite detail.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Sensuality

1747 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 138 x 100 cm

Experience the sensuality of Pompeo Batoni's 18th-century masterpiece, 'Sensuality,' a captivating Rococo painting featuring a regal woman and opulent details – perfect for art lovers seeking timeless elegance to own.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$552100 × 138 cm Commission at original size

Diana and Cupid

1761 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 125 x 173 cm

Experience Neoclassical elegance with Pompeo Batoni's Diana and Cupid, a serene 18th-century depiction of goddess and son; discover this timeless masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$778173 × 125 cm Commission at original size

Thetis Gives Achilles in Charge of Chiron

Palazzo della Pilotta, Parma · original 102 x 130 cm

Pompeo Batoni’s "Thetis Gives Achilles in Charge" – a stunning Baroque masterpiece! Explore this classical myth scene's drama, detail & historical context. #art #Batoni #Baroque

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
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Same size as the original$586130 × 102 cm Commission at original size

The Marriage of Cupid and Psyche

1756 · Staatliche Museen zu Berlin, Berlin · original 183 x 118 cm

Pompeo Girolamo Batoni (1708 – 1787) was an Italian painter renowned for his portraits and mythological paintings. Trained in Lucca, he honed his skills under influential masters before establishing himself in Rome during the Grand Tour era. Batoni’s distinctive style drew inspiration from Nicolas Poussin, Claude Lorrain, and Raphael, reflecting the artistic sensibilities of his time.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$777183 × 118 cm Commission at original size

Holy Family

1777 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 226 x 150 cm

Pompeo Batoni's "Holy Family" (1777) is a stunning Baroque masterpiece depicting Mary, Jesus, and John the Baptist. Admire its rich detail & classic style in this iconic religious painting.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1132150 × 226 cm Commission at original size

Venus Presenting Aeneas with Armour Forged by Vulcan (detail)

1748 · Liechtenstein Museum, Vienna

Pompeo Batoni’s ‘Venus & Aeneas’ (1748) showcases Baroque realism & classical allegory. Explore this stunning detail, featuring celestial figures & Vulcan's armor. #arthistory #batoni #baroque

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Sir Charles Watson

Fondazione Cariplo, Milan · original 75 x 99 cm

Experience this striking portrait of Sir Charles Watson by Pompeo Batoni, capturing 18th-century aristocratic elegance; discover this masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$36675 × 99 cm Commission at original size

Virgin and Child with Saints

Pinacoteca di Brera, Milan · original 403 x 288 cm

Admire Pompeo Batoni's masterpiece, 'Virgin and Child with Saints,' a stunning Baroque painting housed at Pinacoteca di Brera showcasing divine grace and classical elegance.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Portrait of a Young Man

1760 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 247 x 176 cm

Admire Pompeo Batoni's masterful portrait of a young man adorned with symbols of erudition – Minerva, an armillary sphere, and Homer’s Odyssey – reflecting the grandeur of the Grand Tour era.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
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Same size as the original$1407176 × 247 cm Commission at original size

Princess Cecilia Mahony Giustiniani

1785 · Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh

Discover this elegant 18th-century portrait of Princess Cecilia Mahony Giustiniani by Pompeo Batoni, showcasing Neoclassical grace; bring home a piece of Italian history.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
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Don José Moñino y Redondo, Count of Floridablanca

1776 · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · original 98 x 75 cm

This detailed biography delves into José Moñino y Redondo's life as a Spanish diplomat and reformer, highlighting his pivotal contributions to Spain's governance and foreign policy under Charles III and IV. Explore his early education, career achievements, involvement in the American War of Independence, and tumultuous relationship with Napoleon.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$36475 × 98 cm Commission at original size

John Rolle Walter

1753 · Royal Albert Memorial Museum - Art Gallery, Exeter

A striking portrait of John Rolle Walter in a luxurious lynx fur robe by Pompeo Batoni captures the elegance of the Grand Tour era, inviting you to explore this masterpiece of Neoclassical refinement.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Venus Presenting Aeneas with Armour Forged by Vulcan

1748 · Liechtenstein Museum, Vienna · original 99 x 74 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$36374 × 99 cm Commission at original size

Portrait of a Gentleman

1762 · original 94 x 81 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
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Edward Weld

1761 · Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide · original 62 x 75 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
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Time orders Old Age to destroy Beauty

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
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Hercules at the Crossroads

1748 · Liechtenstein Museum, Vienna · original 99 x 74 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
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The Triumph of Venice

original 286 x 174 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni
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The artist

Pompeo Batoni

1708 – 1787

Quick facts

Topics exploredportraiture, man, allegory, mythology, baroque
Gift suitabilityanniversary
Vibeelegant, dramatic
Best occasionsfocal, accent
Room fitliving room
Top 3 worksDiana and Cupid, A Knight in Rome: Charles Cecil Roberts, Portrait of Charles Crowle
Works on APS164
Movementsneoclassicism

Biography

Early Life and Training

Born: Lucca, Italy (1708)
Died: 1787
Pompeo Batoni moved to Rome in 1727.
He apprenticed with Agostino Masucci, Sebastiano Conca, and/or Francesco Imperiali.
His first independent commission came as a result of rains that struck Rome in April 1732.
The painting "The Ecstasy of Saint Catherine of Siena" illustrates his academic refinement of the late-Baroque style.

Artistic Style and Influences

Batoni's style drew inspiration from classical antiquity, French Rococo, Bolognese Classicism, and artists such as Nicolas Poussin, Claude Lorrain, and especially Raphael.
He is considered a precursor of Neoclassicism.
His work can be found in various museums, including the Pinacoteca di Brera in Milan, Italy.

Notable Works and Commissions

Virgin and Child with Saints
A Knight in Rome: Charles Cecil Roberts – A celebrated portrait of a British traveler set against Roman ruins.
The Triumph of Venice
Numerous altarpieces for churches in Italy, such as the Museum Duomo in Siena.
He was in high demand for portraits, particularly by British travelers on the Grand Tour who commissioned standing portraits within antique settings.

Development and Historical Significance

Batoni became a highly fashionable painter in Rome after his rival, Anton Raphael Mengs, departed for Spain in 1761.
He befriended Winckelmann and aimed to restrain classicism in his painting.
His portraits captured the spirit of the Grand Tour era, reflecting the fascination with classical antiquity among European elites.
Batoni’s ability to blend Baroque techniques with emerging Neoclassical ideals positioned him as a transitional figure in Italian art history.

Legacy

Pompeo Batoni passed away on February 4, 1787, in Rome.
He left behind a legacy as one of the most renowned Italian painters of his time.
His work continues to be admired for its technical skill, elegant compositions, and insightful portrayals of individuals within their historical context.

Questions & Answers

How many artworks by Pompeo Batoni are available to browse?

You can browse 164 artworks by Pompeo Batoni on the All Artworks page.

How do I find works by Pompeo Batoni on a specific theme?

The By Keywords page of Pompeo Batoni groups the artist's artworks by their keywords.

Can I visit a virtual museum of Pompeo Batoni's works?

The 3D Museum of Pompeo Batoni is a page that displays the artist's artworks in a virtual three-dimensional gallery.

By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Sept. 24, 2026

Collector's quiz

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