Anthonie de Delorme: Architect of Sacred Space Anthonie de Delorme (c. 1610 – 1673) stands as a pivotal figure in Dutch Baroque art, particularly renowned for his breathtaking interiors—most notably the St Laurenskerk in Rotterdam—which exemplify the artistic ideals of the era and continue to inspire awe today. Born in Tournai, Belgium, Delorme’s early life remains somewhat obscure, though he apprenticed under Hendrick Jacobsz. van Baljé, a prominent architect whose influence shaped his formative years. This apprenticeship instilled within him a deep understanding of architectural principles…