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Рембрандт 1606–1669
Голландец Born in Лейден Золотой век Голландии Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
Baroque masters, in order
The most famous Baroque painter is Рембрандт (1606–1669), known for Возвращение блудного сына and Христос в буре на море Гефсиманском. Next come Караваджо, Диего Веласкес, Питер Пауль Рубенс and Ян Вермеер. This ranking of the 100 most famous Baroque painters runs from Пальма, Якопо (Младший) (born 1550) to Джованни Доменико Тьеполо (born 1727), across 9 countries.
How this list is ranked. Artists whose works our catalogue files under Baroque, in the order of our fame ranking of artists. Artists without a Wikidata identifier born after 1955 are left out until verified. The Wikipedia figure next to each name is the number of our 32 languages in which Wikipedia has an article on the artist.
The essentials
Ranked, with their masterpieces
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Голландец Born in Лейден Золотой век Голландии Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Born in Милан Барокко, тенебризм, кьяроскуро Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Испанец Born in Севилья Испанское барокко / Золотой век Испании Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
«Сдача Бреды» (1634–1635) — Музей Прадо, Мадрид. Венера в зеркале (Рокбейская Венера) — Национальная галерея, Лондон. Хуан де Пареха — Метрополитен-музей, Нью-Йорк. «Старуха, жарящая яйца» (1618) — Национальная галерея Шотландии, Эдинбург.
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Голландец Born in Делфт Золотой век Голландии Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Француз Born in Ле-Авр Французское барокко, французский классицизм
Et in Arcadia Ego. Семь таинств. Смерть Германика. Орион, ослепленный в поисках солнца.
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Нидерландский Born in Антверпен Голландское Золотое Века Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Француз Born in Вик-сюр-Сей Французское барокко Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
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Фламандская Born in Антверпен Барокко Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Испанец Born in Фуэнте-де-Кантос Испанское барокко, тенебризм Wikipedia in 31/32 languages
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Испанец Born in Севилья Испанское барокко Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Венеция Вьюты, топографический стиль Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
His first known signed and dated work, an Architectural Capriccio from 1723, appeared in a private collection in Milan. In 1725, he painted The Stonemason's Yard, a work that shows his early skill in capturing architectural detail. Across the Atlantic, the National Gallery of Art in Washington holds his 1742 work, View of the Church and the Doge's Palace from the Procuratie Vecchie.
Where to see His presence remains felt in the collections of major institutions across Europe and beyond.
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Итальянец Born in Болонья Барокко, Болонская школа, Классицизм Wikipedia in 29/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Болонья Барокко, Болонская школа Wikipedia in 28/32 languages
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Фламандская Born in Брюссель Фламандское барокко Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
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Француз Born in Париж Барокко Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
Charles Le Brun, a name synonymous with the grandeur of 17th-century France, was born in Paris in 1619 – a city already brimming with artistic ambition. Le Brun also founded the Académie Royale de Peinture et de Sculpture in 1648, establishing a formal institution dedicated to training artists and upholding artistic standards.
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Голландская Born in Лейден Барокко, Жанровая живопись Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
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Голландская Born in Роттердам Делфтская школа, Золотой век Голландии Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Неаполь Барокко Wikipedia in 32/32 languages
Bernini’s career was profoundly shaped by the patronage of powerful figures, most notably Cardinal Scipione Borghese and Pope Urban VIII. The influence of Michelangelo is undeniable—Bernini admired the Florentine master's anatomical precision and dynamic compositions, but he ultimately forged his own distinct style—one characterized by a heightened sense of emotional intensity and theatricality. Early works like Aeneas, Anchises, and Ascanius Fleeing Troy demonstrated a nascent interest in dramatic narrative, while later pieces such as Pluto and Proserpina showcased Bernini’s mastery of form and his ability to convey complex emotions through the interplay of figures.
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Испанский Born in Хатива Барокко Wikipedia in 30/32 languages
Lo Spagnoletto, как он был ласково прозван, оставил после себя корпус работ, который одновременно глубоко трогателен и интеллектуально стимулирует – наследие, которое гарантирует его место среди величайших мастеров эпохи барокко. Его картины не предназначены просто для восхищения; они предназначены для переживания — ощущаться на глубине своего существа.
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Нидерландский Born in Утрехт Барокко, Караваджизм Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
He quickly established himself within the city's vibrant artistic circles, gaining favor amongst its elite, including Vincenzo Giustiniani, for whom he created the monumental “Christ Before the High Priest,” now residing in London’s National Gallery. Honthorst’s legacy extends beyond individual works; he helped to shape the development of Dutch Baroque painting, inspiring generations of artists who followed in his footsteps.
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Итальянец Born in Неаполь Позднее барокко Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
«Суд Париса» представляет собой торжество классической мифологии, воплощенное в динамичной композиции. В то же время «Триумф Галатеи» в Государственном Эрмитаже демонстрирует его виртуозное владение масштабными повествовательными сценами. Даже в залах Лувра ощущается его присутствие через « Обручение Девы Марии — полотно, которое подчеркивает его исключительный талант в управлении сложными многофигурными композициями.
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Франция Born in Париж Барокко Wikipedia in 25/32 languages
Simon Vouet was a pivotal figure in the transition of French painting from Mannerism to the Baroque style—a transformation that fundamentally reshaped the artistic landscape of France and cemented his place as one of the most important artists of the seventeenth century. In Venice, Vouet immersed himself in the vibrant atmosphere of the Serenissima Republic, absorbing the stylistic precepts championed by Paolo Veronese and Giovanni Battista Tiepolo—artists who epitomized the grandeur and theatricality of the Venetian Baroque.
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Born in Мидденбемстер Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
«Вид Делфта» (1652) – это увлекательный городской пейзаж, примечательный своей уникальной перспективой и атмосферной передачей архитектуры города. Картина – это не просто топографическая запись; это воплощение места, пронизанное чувством спокойствия и поэтической красоты.
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Итальянец Born in Болонья Живопись барокко Wikipedia in 25/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Пиза Барокко, Караваджизм Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
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Нидерландская Born in Лейден Эклектика; жанровая живопись, портрет, натюрморт Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Парма Живопись барокко Wikipedia in 20/32 languages
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Голландский Born in Роттердам Голландский Золотой век, Натюрморт Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Голландец Born in Амстердам Голландский пейзаж Золотого века Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Венеция Рококо Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Нидерландский Born in Дордрехт Барокко Wikipedia in 20/32 languages
Maes’s fascination extended to the art of lacemaking, inspiring numerous variations on this theme—each a testament to his meticulous observation and unwavering dedication to capturing authentic human experience. These paintings transcended mere representation; they conveyed a profound understanding of psychological states and social dynamics, reflecting the spirit of the Dutch Republic during its golden age. Nicolaes Maes's artistic journey commenced under the tutelage of Samuel van Hoogstraten, a former pupil of Rembrandt who resided in Dordrecht during Maes’ formative years (1648-1651).
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Итальянец Born in Генуя Высокое барокко Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Italian Born in Болонья Baroque and Classical Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
«Святой Себастьян» — работа, подчеркивающая его виртуозное владение светом и тенью.
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Нидерландский Born in Алкмар Барокко Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Итальянский Born in Кортона Барокко Wikipedia in 27/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Венеция Рококо Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Итальянский Born in Серино Барокко Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
Solimena’s artistic voice is immediately recognizable through its distinctive qualities – a warm, brownish shadowing combined with a dramatic use of light. These elements are deeply indebted to the Roman Baroque masters, particularly Luca Giordano and Giovanni Lanfranco, whose techniques he meticulously studied and adapted. Francesco Solimena’s impact extended far beyond his own artistic creations.
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Голландский, британский Born in Зост Барокко, голландское влияние Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Испанец Born in Севилья Барокко Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Голландка Born in Харлем Золотой век голландской живописи Wikipedia in 24/32 languages
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Итальянский Born in Пьяченца Барокко, Ведутизм Wikipedia in 26/32 languages
Giovanni Paolo Pannini’s formative years were marked by rigorous training in Piacenza, where he studied under Giuseppe Natali and Andrea Galluzzi—artists known for their meticulous realism and attention to detail. However, it was Francesco Galli-Bibiena's theatrical productions that proved particularly transformative.
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Голландец Born in Лейден Золотой век Голландии, лейденские финсшильдеры Wikipedia in 22/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Ченто Барокко Wikipedia in 25/32 languages
Guercino’s initial works – paintings like Amnon and Tamar – demonstrate this early debt to Caravaggism: stark contrasts of light and shadow (tenebrismo), a gritty realism depicting human flaws and passions, and an unflinching portrayal of biblical narratives.
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Нидерланды Born in Зволле Золотой век Голландии Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
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Итальянский Born in Таверна Барокко Wikipedia in 20/32 languages
Il Cavalier Calabrese действительно заслужил свое прозвище – не только как рыцарь, но и как художник, осветивший мир своим видением.
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голландский, фламандский Born in Утрехт Голландский золотой век, барокко Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Итальянская Born in Болонья Барокко Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
Her father, Giovanni Andrea Sirani, was himself a respected painter and art merchant, deeply connected to the Bolognese school—a tradition profoundly influenced by the legacy of Guido Reni. Giovanni Andrea had been a student and close collaborator of Guido Reni, ensuring that this master’s influence permeated the family studio. Elisabetta Sirani cultivated a devoted following during her lifetime, becoming arguably more famous than both her father and her sisters.
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Нидерландский Born in Дордрехт Барокко живопись Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
He quickly rose through the ranks of Amsterdam's artistic community, becoming a burgher in 1652 and marrying into a family with connections to both the Admiralty and the wine merchants’ guild – affiliations that undoubtedly contributed to securing prestigious commissions. Museums across Europe and North America now showcase his paintings with increasing frequency, ensuring that this once-forgotten artist will continue to be rediscovered and appreciated by generations to come.
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Голландская Born in Эмден Голландское барокко Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Italian Born in Florence Mannerism Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
In the twilight of the Renaissance, as the balanced harmonies of the previous century gave way to the restless energy of Mannerism, Cristofano Allori emerged as a vital voice in the Florentine school. Born in 1577 into a city steeped in artistic prestige, Allori was destined for the brush.
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Французский Born in Париж Барокко Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Нидерландка Born in Антверпен Голландская золотая эра Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Беллуно Венецианская школа позднего барокко Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
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Нидерландский Born in Харлем Золотой век живописи Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Нидерландский Born in Гаага Натюрморт Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Француз Born in Куломье Тенебризм Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Голландец Born in Харлем Живопись Золотого века Wikipedia in 20/32 languages
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Голландец Born in Гаага Барокко Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Испанец Born in Авилес Испанская барокко Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
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Нидерланды Born in Дьеп Итальянский стиль пейзажа Wikipedia in 16/32 languages
Moreover, he served as a mentor to Frederik de Moucheron—another accomplished Dutch landscape painter who championed the Italianate style and disseminated its principles throughout Europe.
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Фламандская Born in Антверпен Фламандское барокко Wikipedia in 23/32 languages
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Итальянский Born in Камерано Барокко классицизирующий стиль Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Итальянский Born in Кампо-Лигуре Барокко Wikipedia in 17/32 languages
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Italian Baroque painting
Throughout his prolific life, which concluded in 1666, Guercino remained a steadfast architect of light. Emotional Naturalism: A commitment to portraying human figures with an honesty that resonates with the viewer's own empathy. Stylistic Synthesis: The seamless blending of Caravaggio’s dramatic realism with the refined traditions of the Bolognese school.
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Нидерландский Born in Харлем Голландская золотая эпоха Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
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Английская Born in Суффолк Барокко Wikipedia in 20/32 languages
Little is known about Mary Beale’s formal artistic training—she appears to have honed her skills largely through observation and imitation. Notably, she befriended Sir Peter Lely—a court painter who served Charles II—and he observed Lely in his studio—a rare privilege—copying many of his portraits and adopting his technique as a model for her own artistic endeavors. Her surroundings exposed her to the vibrant artistic culture of London, where artists like Peter Lely were actively shaping the visual landscape of the era.
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Голландский Born in Горинхем Барокко, Маньеризм Wikipedia in 20/32 languages
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Фламандская Born in Антверпен Барокко Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
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Немецкий Born in Франкфурт-на-Майне Барокко Wikipedia in 20/32 languages
"Потопление Ноева ковчега" (1609) является одним из первых ночных пейзажных картин, где луна освещает ландшафт неземным сиянием, создавая ощущение тайны и величия. Его работы часто изображали мифологические и библейские сцены, выполненные с лирическим настроением и кропотливой детализацией.
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Фламандский Born in Кортрейк Живопись золотого века Голландии Wikipedia in 19/32 languages
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Итальянец Born in Венеция Венецианская школа Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Нидерландский Born in Дордрехт Голландская эпоха Золотого века, Барокко Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Голландец Born in Мидделбург Живопись Золотого века Wikipedia in 18/32 languages
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Швед Born in Стокгольм Барочный портрет Wikipedia in 14/32 languages
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Нидерландский Born in Харлем Голландская школа барокко Wikipedia in 20/32 languages
«Благодарственная молитва» (ок. 1660): Эта картина, хранящаяся в Кливлендском музее искусств, считается одним из его величайших триумфов. Она служит воплощением его дара наделять даже самые скромные сюжеты достоинством и поэтической красотой.
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Фламандский Born in Брюссель Барокко Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
His battle scenes are not static representations of warfare; they pulsate with energy, conveying the chaos, drama, and sheer scale of military engagements. He possessed an unparalleled ability to render horses – capturing their power, grace, and movement with breathtaking realism. However, it’s crucial to recognize that Van der Meulen's work wasn’t solely driven by artistic merit.
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Голландец Born in Амстердам Живопись Золотого века Голландии Wikipedia in 21/32 languages
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Нидерландский Born in Лейден Финсшильдер Wikipedia in 15/32 languages
The paintings behind the names
Through time
In figures
| Нидерланды | 29 |
|---|---|
| Италия | 29 |
| Франция | 13 |
| Бельгия | 13 |
| Испания | 7 |
| Германия | 5 |
| Italy | 1 |
| Великобритания | 1 |
| 16th century | 38 |
|---|---|
| 17th century | 61 |
| 18th century | 1 |
| Музей Прадо | 16 |
|---|---|
| Метрополитен-музей | 15 |
| Лувр | 14 |
| Государственный Эрмитаж | 13 |
| Рейксмюзеум | 12 |
| Маурицхёйс | 11 |
| Национальная галерея | 11 |
| Музей изящных искусств Будапешта | 7 |
All of them, in order
Your questions, answered
First place goes to Рембрандт (#1); Караваджо (#2) and Диего Веласкес (#3) complete the podium.
Рембрандт (#1), Караваджо (#2), Диего Веласкес (#3), Питер Пауль Рубенс (#4) and Ян Вермеер (#5).
Нидерланды: 29 of the 100 painters in this list were born there, then Италия (29) and Франция (13).
The women of this list (6): Артемизия Джентилески (#7), Юдит Лейстер (#53), Рашель Рюйш (#57), Элизабетта Сирани (#64), Клара Петерс (#70) and Мэри Бил (#87).
Антверпен: 8 of the painters in this list were born there.
The earliest-born painter in this list is Пальма, Якопо (Младший) (#92), born in 1550.
The highest-ranked painters born in Италия are Караваджо (#2), Артемизия Джентилески (#7), Каналетто (#14), Гвидо Рени (#15) and Аннибале Карраччи (#16).
The museums holding the most key works of this list are Музей Прадо (16), Метрополитен-музей (15) and Лувр (14).
“Beyond his oil paintings, he was an important printmaker who utilized the etching technique to spread his visual records.” — from our biography of Каналетто (#14).
The highest-ranked painters born in Нидерланды are Рембрандт (#1), Ян Вермеер (#5), Ян Стен (#19), Питер Де Хох (#21) and Геррит ван Хонтхорст (#24).
Most painters in this list were born in the 17th century (61 of 100), between 1550 and 1727 overall.
Our catalogue holds 23,452 works by these painters. Each one can be ordered as a hand-painted oil reproduction or a print.
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