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

Willem Bastiaan Tholen (1860 - 1931)
Willem Bastiaan Tholen
1860 - 1931
César Domela Nieuwenhuis (1900 - 1992)
César Domela Nieuwenhuis
1900 - 1992
Philip Akkerman (1957)
Philip Akkerman
1957
Jan Van Hemessen (1500 - 1566)
Jan Van Hemessen
1500 - 1566
Aart Kemink (1914 - 2006)
Aart Kemink
1914 - 2006
Jan Marinus Domela Nieuwenhuis (1894 - 1973)
Jan Marinus Domela Nieuwenhuis
1894 - 1973
Melchior d'Hondecoeter (1636 - 1695)
Melchior d'Hondecoeter
1636 - 1695
Abraham van Strij (1753 - 1826)
Abraham van Strij
1753 - 1826
Lucas van Leyden (1494 - 1533)
Lucas van Leyden
1494 - 1533
Willem Key (1516 - 1568)
Willem Key
1516 - 1568
Willem Koekkoek (1839 - 1895)
Willem Koekkoek
1839 - 1895
Jan van Eyck (1390 - 1441)
Jan van Eyck
1390 - 1441
Theodoor Van Thulden (1606 - 1669)
Theodoor Van Thulden
1606 - 1669
Dirck van Baburen (1595 - 1624)
Dirck van Baburen
1595 - 1624
Henri Abraham Chatelain (1684 - 1743)
Henri Abraham Chatelain
1684 - 1743
Jacob Duck (1600 - 1667)
Jacob Duck
1600 - 1667

Creators Old Masters

Anton Enzinger (1683 - 1768)
Anton Enzinger
1683 - 1768
Daniele Crespi (1598 - 1630)
Daniele Crespi
1598 - 1630
Benjamin Jonson (1572 - 1637)
Benjamin Jonson
1572 - 1637
Jan Peeters (1624 - 1677)
Jan Peeters
1624 - 1677
Agostino Tassi (1580 - 1644)
Agostino Tassi
1580 - 1644
Antonio Campi (1524 - 1587)
Antonio Campi
1524 - 1587
Isaac de Moucheron (1667 - 1744)
Isaac de Moucheron
1667 - 1744
Pieter Cosyn (1630 - 1677)
Pieter Cosyn
1630 - 1677
Luca Cambiaso (1527 - 1585)
Luca Cambiaso
1527 - 1585
Jean-Baptiste van Moerkercke (1623 - 1689)
Jean-Baptiste van Moerkercke
1623 - 1689
Robert Boyvin (? - ?)
Robert Boyvin
? - ?
Richard van Bleeck (1670 - 1733)
Richard van Bleeck
1670 - 1733
Gerard van Berleborch (1610 - 1660)
Gerard van Berleborch
1610 - 1660
Johannes Wierix (1549 - 1620)
Johannes Wierix
1549 - 1620
Alessandro Magnasco (1667 - 1749)
Alessandro Magnasco
1667 - 1749
Hyacinthe Rigaud (1659 - 1743)
Hyacinthe Rigaud
1659 - 1743
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