Roelant Savery: A Flemish Master in the Dutch Golden Age Born in Kortrijk, Belgium, around 1576 and tragically dying in Utrecht in 1639, Roelant Savery – often referred to as “de Savery” or simply Savery – stands as a compelling figure within the vibrant tapestry of the Dutch Golden Age. His life was one shaped by religious upheaval, artistic apprenticeship, and a remarkable ability to blend Flemish tradition with burgeoning Mannerist influences. More than just a painter, Savery became renowned for his distinctive illustrations, most notably his captivating depictions of the extinct dodo bir…