Jacob Grimmer (1525 - 1590)
1525Antwerp, Belgium1590-05Antwerp, BelgiumBelgium, Flanders
Jacob Grimmer
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.
Date and place of birt: | 1525, Antwerp, Belgium |
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Date and place of death: | May 1590, Antwerp, Belgium |
Nationality: | Belgium, Flanders |
Period of activity: | XVI century |
Specialization: | Artist, Draftsman, Genre painter, Landscape painter |
Art school / group: | Flemish School |
Genre: | Genre art, Landscape painting, Religious genre, Rural landscape |
Art style: | Mannerism, Renaissance |