Gerard David
Flemish painter of religious works
Born
1460
566 years ago
Died
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Belgium
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Active during the late 15th and early 16th centuries, this painter specialized in oil painting and was prominent in the Northern Renaissance. The artist is recognized for detailed depictions of religious scenes and portraits. Major works include altarpieces and panel paintings, with a distinctive use of color and attention to naturalism. The artist’s workshop produced many influential works that contributed to the development of this art form in the region known as Flanders.
Created the altarpiece 'The Virgin and Child'
Produced 'The Last Judgment' panel painting
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