Adriaen van Stalbemt
Flemish painter of landscapes and portraits
Born
June 12th, 1580
444 years ago
Died
1662
363 years ago — 82 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Belgium
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Born in 1580, this artist primarily focused on painting landscapes as well as portraits. His works often captured detailed and harmonious scenes, showcasing an understanding of light and perspective. Active in the early 17th century, he contributed to the Flemish Baroque style. His paintings were characterized by their rich color palettes and intricate depiction of nature and human figures. The influence of his work can be seen in the evolution of landscape painting during this period.
Contributed to Flemish Baroque painting
Created detailed landscape scenes
Produced expressive portraits
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