Augustinus Terwesten I (1649 - 1711)
1649-05-04Den Haag, The Netherlands1711-01-21Berlin, GermanyThe Netherlands
Augustinus Terwesten I
Augustinus Terwesten the Elder was a Dutch painter, draughtsman, printmaker and art educator. He specialized in portraits, architectural and historical themes. Augustinus Terwesten was known in his time for his decorative paintings in luxurious residences many of which have since disappeared. He was a co-founder of The Hague Drawing Academy and the Prussian Academy of Arts.Date and place of birt: | 4 may 1649, Den Haag, The Netherlands |
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Date and place of death: | 21 january 1711, Berlin, Germany |
Nationality: | The Netherlands |
Period of activity: | XVII, XVIII century |
Specialization: | Artist, Draftsman, Graphic artist, Painter |
Genre: | History painting, Landscape painting, Portrait |
Art style: | Baroque, Old Masters |