Peter Wtewael

Dutch Golden Age painter of floral still lifes

Peter Wtewael - Dutch Golden Age painter of floral still lifes
Born

June 5th, 1596
428 years ago

Died

1660
365 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

Netherlands

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Active during the Dutch Golden Age, a painter specialized in floral still lifes and allegorical works. Renowned for skillful compositions that combined intricate detail with vibrant color. Founded the Utrecht School and significantly contributed to the development of still life painting in the Netherlands. Many works are characterized by a rich interplay of light and shadow, showcasing a variety of flowers, fruits, and objects. His distinctive style influenced contemporaries and left a lasting legacy on future generations of artists.

Created detailed floral still lifes

Founded the Utrecht School of painting

Influenced the development of still life painting

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