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

Johan Scherrewitz (1868 - 1951)
Johan Scherrewitz
1868 - 1951
Maurits Verveer (1817 - 1903)
Maurits Verveer
1817 - 1903
Wijnand Jan Josephus Nuijen (1813 - 1839)
Wijnand Jan Josephus Nuijen
1813 - 1839
Caesar Bimmermann (1821 - 1888)
Caesar Bimmermann
1821 - 1888
Willem Key (1516 - 1568)
Willem Key
1516 - 1568
Jan Wijnants (1632 - 1684)
Jan Wijnants
1632 - 1684
Alexander Keirinks (1600 - 1652)
Alexander Keirinks
1600 - 1652
Piet Mondrian (1872 - 1944)
Piet Mondrian
1872 - 1944
Hendrick Doncker (1626 - 1699)
Hendrick Doncker
1626 - 1699
Dirck Vellert (1480 - 1547)
Dirck Vellert
1480 - 1547
 Pseudo-Roestraten (1675 - 1724)
Pseudo-Roestraten
1675 - 1724
Jacob Willemsz. de Wet (1610 - 1671)
Jacob Willemsz. de Wet
1610 - 1671
Rineke Dijkstra (1959)
Rineke Dijkstra
1959
Nicolaas van der Waay (1855 - 1936)
Nicolaas van der Waay
1855 - 1936
Mari Silverster Andriessen (1897 - 1979)
Mari Silverster Andriessen
1897 - 1979
Johannes Glauber (1646 - 1726)
Johannes Glauber
1646 - 1726

Creators Old Masters

Tiziano Vecellio (1488 - 1576)
Tiziano Vecellio
1488 - 1576
Pieter Wouwerman (1623 - 1682)
Pieter Wouwerman
1623 - 1682
Albrecht Altdorfer (1480 - 1538)
Albrecht Altdorfer
1480 - 1538
Pieter Fris (1627 - 1706)
Pieter Fris
1627 - 1706
Giulio Carpioni (1613 - 1678)
Giulio Carpioni
1613 - 1678
Baccio Bandinelli (1493 - 1560)
Baccio Bandinelli
1493 - 1560
Francesco del Cairo (1607 - 1665)
Francesco del Cairo
1607 - 1665
Ary Huybertsz. Verveer (1620 - 1680)
Ary Huybertsz. Verveer
1620 - 1680
Johannes Kölla (1740 - 1778)
Johannes Kölla
1740 - 1778
Pier Francesco Mola (1612 - 1666)
Pier Francesco Mola
1612 - 1666
Abraham Storck (1644 - 1708)
Abraham Storck
1644 - 1708
Crispijn van de Passe I (1564 - 1637)
Crispijn van de Passe I
1564 - 1637
Francesco Redi (1626 - 1698)
Francesco Redi
1626 - 1698
Giuseppe Natali (1652 - 1722)
Giuseppe Natali
1652 - 1722
Carletto Caliari (1570 - 1596)
Carletto Caliari
1570 - 1596
Jan Jacobsz. van der Stoffe (1610 - 1682)
Jan Jacobsz. van der Stoffe
1610 - 1682