Simon Dubois: A Master of Biblical Drama and Courtly Portraiture Born in Antwerp during a period of artistic ferment, Simon Dubois (1632-1708) emerged as a significant figure in 17th-century European painting. His career spanned continents – from the bustling art scene of his native Flanders to the refined courts of England and Italy – and encompassed a remarkable range of styles, ultimately solidifying his reputation as a skilled portraitist and a master of dramatic biblical scenes. Dubois’s life was marked by both professional success and personal tragedy, shaping the trajectory of his art…