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Bartholomeus Breenbergh Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Bartholomeus Breenbergh · 1598 – 1657

The Preaching of St John the Baptist

1634 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 55 x 75 cm

Bartholomeus Breenbergh's 'The Preaching of St. John the Baptist' (1634) is a stunning Dutch Golden Age painting, showcasing Italianate landscapes & biblical drama. Explore its rich details & historical significance in this masterpiece from the Metropolitan Museum.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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The Resurrection

1635 · Art Institute of Chicago, Chicago · original 35.5 x 20.7cm

A dramatic Baroque scene of Christ ascending by Bartholomeus Breenbergh. Explore this powerful masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Classical Landscape with Ruins

1629 · Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge · original 21 x 21 cm

Delve into the serene beauty of Bartholomeus Breenbergh’s ‘Classical Landscape with Ruins,’ painted circa 1627-1629. Admire its Dutch Golden Age charm and explore Roman influences.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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The Preaching of St John the Baptist (detail)

1634 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york

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Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Bishop Rovenius blessing a Family (of Jacob van Wassenaer?)

1650 · Museo del Prado, Madrid · original 96.0 x 112.0cm

This Baroque oil painting by Bartholomeus Breenbergh shows a solemn religious blessing. Explore this masterpiece today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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The Inn at the Grotto of Egeria

1640 · Detroit Institute of Arts, Detroit

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Classical Landscape with Rocks

1629 · Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge · original 21 x 21 cm

Bartholomeus Breenbergh (before 13 November 1598 – after 3 October 1657) was a Dutch Golden Age painter of Italian and Italianate landscapes, in Rome (1619-1630) and Amsterdam (1630-1657). He bridged styles between Bril and Lastman, inspiring artists like Claude Lorrain. His painting 'Classical Landscape with Rocks' showcases a tranquil mountain scene with figures gathered around a fire.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Landscape with the Finding of Moses

1622 · Hallwylska Muséet, Stockholm · original 18 x 25 cm

A serene biblical landscape featuring figures by a tranquil river captures the essence of Bartholomeus Breenbergh's Dutch Golden Age mastery, inviting you to bring this timeless masterpiece into your private collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Landscape with Tobias and the Angel

1630 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 41.0 x 31.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Pyramus and Thisbē

1645 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 28.0 x 43.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 10 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Idealised View with Roman Ruins, Sculptures, and a Port

1650 · Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, Madrid · original 116 x 89 cm

Discover "Idealised View with Roman Ruins" by Bartholomeus Breenbergh! This stunning 1650 painting captures a vibrant scene of ancient Rome, featuring architecture, figures, and a serene harbor – a masterpiece of Dutch Golden Age art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 11 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Young monk in a cave

1627 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 43.5 x 35.6cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Landschap met jachtnimfem (en Diana ?)

1647 · Mauritshuis, The Hague · original 37.8 x 50.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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The Martyrdom of Saint Lawrence

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 14 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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The Stoning of St. Stephen

1632 · J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles · original 67.5 x 92.1cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 15 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Moses and Aaron Changing the Rivers of Egypt to Blood

1631 · J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles · original 58.0 x 83.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Venus Mourning the Death of Adonis

1646 · Harvard Art Museums, Cambridge

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Roman landscape with Christ and the centurion of Capernaum

1637 · Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe, Carlsruhe · original 95.5 x 133.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 18 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Landscape with Beggars and Roman Ruins

1700 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 39.5 x 60.4cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Landscape with Rest in Flight

1634 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich · original 54.8 x 78.4cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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The Death of Abel

1645 · Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, Antwerp · original 55.0 x 45.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Adoration of the Shepherds

1627 · Bavarian State Painting Collections, Munich

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 22 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Landscape with ruins

Finnish National Gallery, Helsinki · original 20.5 x 27.5cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Elijah's Sacrifice

1645 · Statens Museum For Kunst, Copenhagen · original 85.0 x 70.0cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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Landscape with the Disobedient Prophet

1646 · Nationalmuseum, Stockholm · original 38.0 x 48.2cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 64 artworks by Bartholomeus Breenbergh
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The artist

Bartholomeus Breenbergh

1598 – 1657

Quick facts

Room fitliving room
Art periodEarly Modern
Color intensitybalanced, monochromatic
Top-ranked workThe Preaching of St John the Baptist
Lifespan59 years
Emotional tonereflective
Corpus themesitalianate landscape style, dutch golden age
Movementsdutch golden age

Biography

Early Life and Formation

The story of Bartholomeus Breenbergh, a pivotal figure in the Dutch Golden Age, begins shrouded in some mystery. Born before November 13, 1598, likely in Deventer, Netherlands, his early years are sparsely documented. A significant shift occurred in young Breenbergh’s life with the passing of his father in 1607, prompting a family relocation to Hoorn. It was here, amidst the bustling port town, that he first encountered the world of art, becoming a contemporary of Jacques Waben and receiving initial training – though from one of the many lesser-known landscape painters active in Amsterdam during those years. Formal instruction followed under the tutelage of Pieter Lastman and Jacob Symonsz Pynas, laying the groundwork for his future artistic explorations. These early influences would subtly weave their way into his mature style, particularly Lastman’s dramatic narrative flair.

Roman Sojourn and the Italianate Style

In 1619, Breenbergh embarked on a transformative journey to Rome, a city that would indelibly shape his artistic vision. For approximately eleven years, he immersed himself in the vibrant Roman art scene, collaborating with Flemish painter Frans van de Kasteele and falling under the spell of Paul Bril’s luminous landscapes. It was during this period that Breenbergh began developing his signature Italianate style – idealized depictions of the Roman Campagna, bathed in a warm, golden light. He keenly observed the classical ruins scattered across the countryside, incorporating them into compositions that evoked a sense of timeless beauty and melancholic grandeur. His work increasingly resonated with that of Cornelis van Poelenburgh, so much so that distinguishing between their paintings could prove challenging at times. Breenbergh’s embrace of this style wasn't merely aesthetic; it reflected a broader European fascination with classical antiquity and the allure of the Italian landscape. He became one of the founding members of the Bentvueghels, a society of Dutch and Flemish painters in Rome known for their boisterous camaraderie and often satirical nicknames – Breenbergh earned the moniker “het fret” (the ferret).

Return to Amsterdam and Artistic Maturity

Around 1630, Breenbergh returned to Amsterdam, bringing with him the artistic sensibilities honed during his Roman years. He quickly established himself as a sought-after painter, marrying in 1633 and even securing an annual stipend from King Charles I of Britain – a testament to his growing reputation. However, his work began to evolve beyond pure landscape painting. Influenced by artists like Pieter Lastman once more, he started integrating mythological and biblical figures into his Italianate settings, creating scenes that were both visually captivating and rich in narrative depth. This fusion of northern European storytelling with southern European landscapes resulted in a monumental style characterized by expressive figure types and dramatic lighting effects. While Breenbergh accepted only one registered pupil, Jan de Bisschop, who studied with him during the 1640s, his influence extended to a wider circle of artists including Jan Linsen, Scipione Compagno, Laurens Barata, Charles Cornelisz. de Hooch and others.

Legacy and Historical Significance

Bartholomeus Breenbergh’s contribution to Dutch Golden Age painting lies in his pioneering role in establishing the Italianate landscape style within the Northern European artistic tradition. He masterfully synthesized influences from Pieter Lastman, Nicolaes Moeyaert, Paul Bril, and Cornelis van Poelenburgh, forging a unique and recognizable artistic voice. His ability to seamlessly blend classical ruins, idealized landscapes, and compelling narratives captivated audiences and inspired subsequent generations of landscape painters. He bridged the gap between earlier Dutch masters and later, more refined practitioners like Claude Lorrain, paving the way for a new appreciation of Italianate scenery in Northern European art. Breenbergh’s work helped popularize depictions of classical antiquity and idealized landscapes, shaping the aesthetic preferences of his time and leaving an enduring mark on the history of landscape painting. His paintings continue to resonate today, offering viewers a glimpse into a world where myth, religion, and nature converge in harmonious beauty.

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By the WikiOO.org Editorial Team Updated Oct. 10, 2026

Collector's quiz

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