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

Gerard Valck (1652 - 1726)
Gerard Valck
1652 - 1726
Matthias Stom (1600 - 1650)
Matthias Stom
1600 - 1650
Jacob Jordaens (1593 - 1678)
Jacob Jordaens
1593 - 1678
Maurits Cornelis Escher (1898 - 1972)
Maurits Cornelis Escher
1898 - 1972
Rien Poortvliet (1932 - 1995)
Rien Poortvliet
1932 - 1995
Paul de Lamerie (1688 - 1751)
Paul de Lamerie
1688 - 1751
Frans Hals (1582 - 1666)
Frans Hals
1582 - 1666
Hendrik Willem Mesdag (1831 - 1915)
Hendrik Willem Mesdag
1831 - 1915
Diederik Franciscus Jamin (1838 - 1865)
Diederik Franciscus Jamin
1838 - 1865
Jan Porcellis (1583 - 1632)
Jan Porcellis
1583 - 1632
Jacob van Campen (1596 - 1657)
Jacob van Campen
1596 - 1657
Hubertus Brouwer (1919 - 1980)
Hubertus Brouwer
1919 - 1980
Lion Schulman (1851 - 1943)
Lion Schulman
1851 - 1943
Rudolphina Swanida Wildrik (1807 - 1883)
Rudolphina Swanida Wildrik
1807 - 1883
Margaretha Roosenboom (1843 - 1896)
Margaretha Roosenboom
1843 - 1896
Matthias Maris (1839 - 1917)
Matthias Maris
1839 - 1917

Creators Old Masters

Dalmasio di Jacopo Scannabecchi (1315 - 1374)
Dalmasio di Jacopo Scannabecchi
1315 - 1374
Ippolito Galantini (1627 - 1706)
Ippolito Galantini
1627 - 1706
Pietro Di Francesco degli Orioli (1458 - 1496)
Pietro Di Francesco degli Orioli
1458 - 1496
Donato di Niccolò di Betto Bardi (1386 - 1466)
Donato di Niccolò di Betto Bardi
1386 - 1466
Lucas Luce (1575 - 1677)
Lucas Luce
1575 - 1677
Barend Gael (1630 - 1698)
Barend Gael
1630 - 1698
Abraham van Beerstraten (1643 - 1666)
Abraham van Beerstraten
1643 - 1666
Andrea Meldolla (1510 - 1563)
Andrea Meldolla
1510 - 1563
Antonio Catalano (1560 - 1630)
Antonio Catalano
1560 - 1630
Giovanni del Biondo (XIV century - 1399)
Giovanni del Biondo
XIV century - 1399
Adam Pick (1621 - 1659)
Adam Pick
1621 - 1659
Andrea Boscoli (1560 - 1607)
Andrea Boscoli
1560 - 1607
 Pinturicchio (1454 - 1513)
Pinturicchio
1454 - 1513
Jacob Biltius (1633 - 1681)
Jacob Biltius
1633 - 1681
Jean-Baptiste Mallet (1759 - 1835)
Jean-Baptiste Mallet
1759 - 1835
Louis Marin Bonnet (1743 - 1793)
Louis Marin Bonnet
1743 - 1793
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