Hendrick Goltzius: Life and Legacy Early Life and Training Born: 1558 in Bracht, near Viersen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Goltzius’s artistic journey began with training under his father, learning the craft of painting on glass. A pivotal moment came when he received instruction in engraving from Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert in Cleves. This foundational training would shape his future mastery. Artistic Development and Style Goltzius quickly rose to prominence as the leading Dutch engraver of the early Baroque period, also known as Northern Mannerism. His work is characte…