Elias van den Broeck: A Master of Floral Still Life Elias van den Broeck (c. 1652 in Antwerp – buried 6 February 1708 in Amsterdam) stands as a prominent figure within the Dutch Golden Age, celebrated primarily for his breathtaking flower paintings—still lifes that capture the delicate beauty and intricate detail of botanical specimens with unparalleled artistry. While overshadowed by some of his contemporaries like Jan Davidsz. de He…