Augustinus Terwesten I (1649 - 1711)

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
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