Gillis Mostaert (1528 - 1598) — Auction price
Lot 9 JACOB GRIMMER (ANTWERP 1525/6-1590) AND GILLIS MOSTAERT THE ELDER (HULST 1528-1598 ANTWERP)
Jacob Grimmer (1525 - 1590)
Gillis Mostaert (1528 - 1598)
Old Masters Part I
Jacob Grimmer
1525 - May 1590
Belgium, Flanders
Jacob Grimmer was a Flemish painter who was active during the Late Renaissance. He specialised in landscapes and genre scenes, often depicting the everyday life of peasants.
His style was strongly influenced by Pieter Bruegel the Elder and the works of Leonardo da Vinci and Raphael.
Grimmer's paintings are characterized by detailed, realistic depictions of nature. His landscapes are characterized by wide expanses and intricate detail.
Jacob Grimmer was known for his ability to capture the nuances of human behaviour, so his genre works depict the lives of peasants with a touch of humour and whimsy.
CHRISTIE'S
Old Masters Part I
Date: 07.12.2023 14:30 UTC +00:00
Number of lots in the catalog: 41