Hans Bol (1534 - 1593) - photo 1

Hans Bol

Hans Bol was a Flemish artist renowned for his miniature paintings and prints. Born in Mechelen, Bol was a pivotal figure in the transition from the world landscape tradition to a more realistic portrayal of nature. His early works as a 'water-verwer' offered affordable wall decorations but were susceptible to copying. This led him to create intricate miniatures on parchment, a medium less easily replicated.

Bol's influence on landscape art in the Low Countries is significant. His realistic landscapes, often featuring biblical scenes or daily life, showed a departure from imaginary landscapes, which was common at the time. This shift was partly due to the influence of Pieter Bruegel the Elder. Bol's completion of the Four Seasons series, initially started by Bruegel, established him as a master of landscape art, blending detailed observation with imaginative elements.

Notably, Bol's works are present in prestigious institutions such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, where pieces like "The Prodigal Son" and various landscapes reflect his mastery of pen, ink, and wash. His artworks, like the "Landscape with a View of Antwerp," stand testament to his skill in capturing the essence of the Dutch landscape, influencing a generation of Dutch painters.

For collectors, auctioneers, and art connoisseurs, Hans Bol's legacy offers a glimpse into the evolution of landscape painting. His works not only adorned the homes of the affluent during his time but continue to be celebrated for their historical and artistic value.

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Date and place of birt:16 december 1534, Mechelen, Belgium
Date and place of death:20 november 1593, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Nationality:Belgium, The Netherlands
Period of activity: XVI century
Specialization:Artist, Engraver, Genre painter, Landscape painter, Painter
Art school / group:Flemish School
Genre:Genre art, Landscape painting, Mythological painting
Art style:Mannerism, Renaissance

Creators Belgium

Pieter van Bredael (1629 - 1719)
Pieter van Bredael
1629 - 1719
Ignatius Josephus van Regemorter (1785 - 1873)
Ignatius Josephus van Regemorter
1785 - 1873
Marten van Valckenborch (1535 - 1612)
Marten van Valckenborch
1535 - 1612
Isaac Monteiro (1938 - 2008)
Isaac Monteiro
1938 - 2008
Emile Wauters (1846 - 1933)
Emile Wauters
1846 - 1933
Joseph Théodore Coosemans (1828 - 1904)
Joseph Théodore Coosemans
1828 - 1904
John Nost (1660 - 1711)
John Nost
1660 - 1711
Balthasar Beschey (1708 - 1776)
Balthasar Beschey
1708 - 1776
Bartholomäus Spranger (1546 - 1611)
Bartholomäus Spranger
1546 - 1611
Jacques Rosseels (1828 - 1912)
Jacques Rosseels
1828 - 1912
Willy Schlobach (1864 - 1951)
Willy Schlobach
1864 - 1951
Jean-Joseph Delvin (1853 - 1922)
Jean-Joseph Delvin
1853 - 1922
Jean Milo (1906 - 1993)
Jean Milo
1906 - 1993
Stevie Dix (1990)
Stevie Dix
1990
Helmut Stallaerts (1982)
Helmut Stallaerts
1982
Jan Cossiers (1600 - 1671)
Jan Cossiers
1600 - 1671

Creators Mannerism

Lambert Sustris (1515 - 1584)
Lambert Sustris
1515 - 1584
Bartolomeo Neroni (1505 - 1571)
Bartolomeo Neroni
1505 - 1571
Jacopo da Pontormo (1494 - 1557)
Jacopo da Pontormo
1494 - 1557
Domenico Tibaldi (1541 - 1583)
Domenico Tibaldi
1541 - 1583
Giovan Francesco Penni (1488 - 1528)
Giovan Francesco Penni
1488 - 1528
Nicola di Ulisse Da Siena (XV century - ?)
Nicola di Ulisse Da Siena
XV century - ?
Michelangelo Anselmi (1492 - 1556)
Michelangelo Anselmi
1492 - 1556
Sebastiano del Piombo (1485 - 1547)
Sebastiano del Piombo
1485 - 1547
Vincenzo Catena (1470 - 1531)
Vincenzo Catena
1470 - 1531
Leonardo da Vinci (1452 - 1519)
Leonardo da Vinci
1452 - 1519
Venturino Mercati (XV century - ?)
Venturino Mercati
XV century - ?
Sebastiano Filippi (1532 - 1602)
Sebastiano Filippi
1532 - 1602
Juan Martínez Montañés (1568 - 1649)
Juan Martínez Montañés
1568 - 1649
Andrea Di Niccolo (1440 - 1514)
Andrea Di Niccolo
1440 - 1514
Jacopo Palma II (1549 - 1628)
Jacopo Palma II
1549 - 1628
Augustin Hirschvogel (1503 - 1553)
Augustin Hirschvogel
1503 - 1553
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