Cornelis van Haarlem
Dutch painter and illustrator
Born
1562
463 years ago
Died
November 11th, 1638
386 years ago — 76 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Netherlands
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A painter and illustrator from the Netherlands, celebrated for contributions to the mannerist style during the Dutch Golden Age. Worked with religious and mythological themes, often incorporating complex compositions and dynamic figures. Produced a range of works including altarpieces and portraits. Influenced by Italian Renaissance art, blending northern realism with southern emotion.
Painted 'The Fall of the Rebel Angels'
Created 'The Adoration of the Magi'
Developed illustrations for various publications
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