Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen (1593 - 1661): Bridging Two Worlds Through Portraiture Cornelis Janssens van Ceulen, commonly known as Cornelius Johnson, stands as a pivotal figure in the artistic landscape of early seventeenth-century England and Holland—a testament to the dynamism of cultural exchange during a period defined by upheaval and innovation. Born in London around 1593 to Dutch parents seeking refuge from religious persecution, his upbringing instilled within him a unique perspective that profoundly shaped his artistic vision and career trajectory. Early Training and Influences Det…