Barent Fabritius: A Dutch Painter of Biblical and Portrait Subjects Barent (or Bernard) Pietersz Fabritius (16 November 1624 – 20 October 1673) was a significant, though relatively lesser-known, Dutch painter of the Baroque period. Born in Middenbeemster, North Holland, he left behind a legacy of expressive portraits, biblical scenes, mythical and historical compositions that demonstrate his skill and connection to the broader artistic currents of his time. Early Life and Training Fabritius was born into an artistic family; his father, Pieter Carelsz. Fabritius, and brothers Johannes and C…