The Master of Antwerp: The Life and Legacy of Adam van Noort In the vibrant, bustling heart of 16th-century Antwerp, a city destined to become a cornerstone of the Flemish Baroque, the life of Adam van Noort unfolded amidst the scent of oil paints and the rhythmic scratch of charcoal. Born in 1561 into a lineage of creators, van Noort was a child of the Guild of Saint Luke, inheriting not just a name but a profound connection to the artistic traditions of Belgium. His early years were shaped by the guidance of his father, Lambert van Noort, a respected member of the local guild, whose mentor…