Cornelis Van Poelenburch

Place: Utrecht

Born: 1594

Death: 1667

Biography:

Early Life and Training

Cornelis van Poelenburgh

, a prominent Dutch landscape painter, was born in Utrecht, Netherlands in 1594. He initially trained with Abraham Bloemaert, a renowned artist of the time. This foundational training laid the groundwork for Van Poelenburch's future success.

Artistic Career and Influences

Van Poelenburch's travels to Rome in the early 17th century significantly influenced his work, making him a leading representative of the first generation of Dutch landscape painters active in Italy. His small-scale paintings, often featuring Italianate landscapes with small figures enacting biblical or mythological scenes, showcased his unique style. Notable Works:

Satyrs Spying on Nymphs (after 1627), a characteristic example of Van Poelenburch's work, featuring archaic landscapes with figures bathing. (View on Wikioo.org)
Council of the Gods (c. 1630), a painting showcasing Van Poelenburch's idealized hilly landscape and Roman-inspired goddesses, now housed in the Mauritshuis (The Hague, Netherlands). (View on Wikioo.org)

Legacy and Later Life

Van Poelenburch's work was highly regarded by his contemporaries, including the Grand Duke of Tuscany and the Dutch Stadholder. He later returned to Utrecht, where he passed away in 1667, just a few years after his old teacher Abraham Bloemaert. Key Points: