Friedrich van Hulsen: A Master of Line and Dutch Baroque Friedrich van Hulsen, a name perhaps less familiar than Rembrandt or Vermeer, nevertheless stands as a significant figure in the artistic landscape of 17th-century Netherlands. Born in Middelburg around 1580 and passing away in Frankfurt in 1665, his life was interwoven with the vibrant currents of the Dutch Golden Age, marked by burgeoning trade, intellectual curiosity, and an unparalleled flourishing of art. While he didn’t command the same immediate fame as some of his contemporaries, van Hulsen's meticulous line engravings – partic…