David Teniers III
Flemish painter of genre scenes
Born
July 10th, 1638
386 years ago
Died
1685
340 years ago — 47 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Belgium
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Born in 1638, a notable Flemish painter specialized in genre scenes and landscapes. Served as the court painter to the Archduke Leopold Wilhelm of Austria in Brussels. Contributed to the popularization of peasant life and rural settings in art. His works conveyed intricate details and vibrant color palettes, which became representative of the artistic style of the time. Maintained a workshop that trained many artists and produced numerous works during a significant period in Flemish painting.
Painted 'The Archduke Leopold Wilhelm in His Gallery'
Created numerous works featuring peasant life
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