Fritz Mayer van den Bergh
Belgian art collector and art historian
Born
April 22nd, 1858
166 years ago
Died
1901
124 years ago — 43 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Belgium
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Contributed significantly to the field of art history through extensive collection and documentation of artworks. Curated an impressive collection of paintings, sculptures, and decorative arts, which showcased various styles and periods. Established the Mayer van den Bergh Museum in Antwerp to display the collection, ensuring public access to the artworks. Engaged in research focused on medieval and early Netherlandish art, enhancing understanding of the historical context of the pieces collected.
Founded the Mayer van den Bergh Museum in Antwerp
Collected works by prominent artists such as Pieter Bruegel the Elder
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