A Flemish Hand in the French Sun: The Life and Art of Jacobus Coelemans Jacobus Coelemans, a name perhaps less celebrated than some of his Baroque contemporaries, nevertheless occupies a fascinating niche in the history of printmaking. Born in Antwerp in 1654, during a period when the city’s artistic prominence was gradually shifting, Coelemans embarked on a career that would see him translate the masterpieces of established painters into widely accessible engravings, ultimately finding a significant portion of his success and legacy within the refined circles of Aix-en-Provence. His story i…