Jan Steen

stil: Baroque;

yer: Leiden

Doğmuş: 1626

Ölüm: 1679

Biyografi:

Biography of a Prolific Painter

, a prominent painter from the Netherlands, lived from 1626 to 1679. His work is characterized by its unique blend of realism and sensuality, which defined the Flemish Baroque tradition.

Early Life and Training

Steen's early life is not well-documented, but it is believed that he was born in the Netherlands. He studied under the guidance of Alexander Voet the Elder, a renowned engraver. Steen's work is known to have become active in Antwerp from 1643-1644.

Artistic Style and Contributions

Steen's paintings are notable for their detailed realism, which was a defining feature of the Dutch Golden Age. His work includes history paintings, portraits, landscapes, and scenes of everyday life. Steen's innovative choices of subject matter made him a formative influence on Dutch Golden Age painting.

Notable Works and Collaborations

* Portrait of Cornelis Cort in Het Gulden Cabinet * Holy Family after Titian * Collaboration with Nikolaus van Hoy on engravings for David Teniers the Younger's Theatrum Pictorium

Museums and Collections

Steen's work can be found in various museums, including:

• Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten (Royal Museum of Fine Arts) in Antwerp, Belgium
• Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam in the Netherlands

• La Galleria Reale di Pittura Mauritshuis (The Hague, Netherlands)
• The Museum Fridart Stiftung (Amsterdam, Netherlands) - A Comprehensive Guide

• Jan Steen's Artist Page on Wikioo.org
• The Museum Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, Netherlands