Quentin Matsys (1466 - 1530) - photo 1

Quentin Matsys

Quentin Matsys (Dutch: Quinten Matsijs), a Flemish painter born around 1466 in Leuven, is recognized as a pivotal figure in the Early Netherlandish tradition and a founder of the Antwerp school of painting. His initial training as an ironsmith in his father's workshop lent a unique craftsmanship to his artistic endeavors. Matsys' works, which often contained religious themes and satirical elements, were instrumental in the transition from medieval to Renaissance art in northern Europe.

Matsys' early works exhibit the influence of Hans Memling, and later, his exposure to Italian Renaissance artists, especially Leonardo da Vinci, is evident in his refined technique. This amalgamation of Northern European and Italian influences resulted in a distinctive style that earned him the reputation as the leading painter in Antwerp during the early 16th century.

Today, Matsys' masterpieces are housed in prestigious institutions like the National Gallery in London, serving as a testament to his enduring legacy. His contributions to the art world resonate with collectors and historians alike, who admire his innovative blend of technical skill and evocative expression.

Date and place of birt:13 september 1466, Leuven, Belgium
Date and place of death:16 september 1530, Antwerp, Belgium
Nationality:The Netherlands, Flanders, Spanish Netherlands
Period of activity: XV, XVI century
Specialization:Artist, Medalist, Painter
Art school / group:Antwerp school
Genre:Genre art, Portrait, Religious genre
Art style:Renaissance, Old Masters

Creators The Netherlands

Cornelis Pronk (1691 - 1759)
Cornelis Pronk
1691 - 1759
Daniel Vosmaer (1622 - 1669)
Daniel Vosmaer
1622 - 1669
Jacob Simon Hendrik Kever (1854 - 1922)
Jacob Simon Hendrik Kever
1854 - 1922
Jacob Biltius (1633 - 1681)
Jacob Biltius
1633 - 1681
Jan Nieuwenhuys (1922 - 1986)
Jan Nieuwenhuys
1922 - 1986
Johannes Hinderikus Egenberger (1822 - 1897)
Johannes Hinderikus Egenberger
1822 - 1897
Carel Fabritius (1622 - 1654)
Carel Fabritius
1622 - 1654
Bernardus Johannes Blommers (1845 - 1914)
Bernardus Johannes Blommers
1845 - 1914
Thomas Heeremans (1641 - 1694)
Thomas Heeremans
1641 - 1694
Hermanus Koekkoek (1815 - 1882)
Hermanus Koekkoek
1815 - 1882
Jan van Bijlert (1597 - 1671)
Jan van Bijlert
1597 - 1671
Jan van Bunnik (1654 - 1727)
Jan van Bunnik
1654 - 1727
Pieter van Laer (1599 - 1642)
Pieter van Laer
1599 - 1642
George Hendrik Breitner (1857 - 1923)
George Hendrik Breitner
1857 - 1923
Frans Deutmann (1867 - 1915)
Frans Deutmann
1867 - 1915
Wobbe Alkema (1900 - 1984)
Wobbe Alkema
1900 - 1984

Creators Old Masters

Francesco Laurana (1430 - 1502)
Francesco Laurana
1430 - 1502
Thomas Worlidge (1700 - 1766)
Thomas Worlidge
1700 - 1766
Juan de Pareja (1606 - 1670)
Juan de Pareja
1606 - 1670
Abraham-Louis-Rodolphe Ducros (1748 - 1810)
Abraham-Louis-Rodolphe Ducros
1748 - 1810
Hans Memling (1430 - 1494)
Hans Memling
1430 - 1494
Marinus van Reymerswaele (1490 - 1546)
Marinus van Reymerswaele
1490 - 1546
Dalmasio di Jacopo Scannabecchi (1315 - 1374)
Dalmasio di Jacopo Scannabecchi
1315 - 1374
Georg Desmarees (1697 - 1776)
Georg Desmarees
1697 - 1776
Jacob Biltius (1633 - 1681)
Jacob Biltius
1633 - 1681
Andrea Meldolla (1510 - 1563)
Andrea Meldolla
1510 - 1563
Jan Collaert II (1561 - 1620)
Jan Collaert II
1561 - 1620
Victor Wolfvoet II (1612 - 1652)
Victor Wolfvoet II
1612 - 1652
Orlando di Lasso (1532 - 1594)
Orlando di Lasso
1532 - 1594
Evert Oudendijck (1650 - 1695)
Evert Oudendijck
1650 - 1695
Domenico Zampieri (1581 - 1641)
Domenico Zampieri
1581 - 1641
Lambert Zutman (1510 - 1567)
Lambert Zutman
1510 - 1567
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