Famous Paintings Quiz

Art has been around for thousands of years, and some paintings are so well known that most people recognize them even if they have never set foot in a museum. If you enjoy testing your general knowledge, you might also like the Name the Famous Person (Description) quiz, which puts your recognition skills to the test in a similar way.

• Which artists painted the world's most iconic masterpieces
• The time periods and movements behind famous works
• Recognizing paintings by style, subject, or artist - similar to how the Food and Drink Quiz tests everyday knowledge you already have
• Lesser-known details about paintings most people have seen but never studied

Famous paintings show up everywhere - on posters, in films, and in everyday conversation - so knowing a bit about them helps you connect with art, history, and culture all at once. The Cheese Quiz is another great example of how niche knowledge can be surprisingly fun to test.

More Quizzes to Try

If you enjoyed this quiz, keep the fun going with the World Cuisines Slideshow, which tests how well you know food from around the globe, or try the Food and Drink Quiz for a broader look at what you know about eating and drinking across cultures.