Pieter Vogelaer: A Flemish Baroque Pioneer of Battle Scenes Pieter Vogelaer (1641 – 1720) stands as a significant figure within the vibrant tapestry of Flemish Baroque painting, particularly renowned for his masterful depictions of naval battles and cavalry engagements. Born in Antwerp, he honed his artistic skills under the tutelage of Nicolaas van Eyck’s workshop—a formative experience that instilled him with the foundational princi…