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Cornelis Boel

1576 – 1621

Flemish draughtsman and engraver (c.1576-c.1621)

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Lived 1576 – 1621 (aged 44–45). Cornelis Boel was a Dutch printmaker, draftsperson and copper engraver.

Cornelis Boel (c. 1576 – c. 1621) was a Flemish draughtsman and engraver. He is sometimes known as Cornelis Bol, or Cornelis Bol I,

He probably spent some time in England, as appears from his frontispiece to the first edition of the translation of the Bible published by royal authority in 1611, later known as the "King James Version", or the "Authorized Version". It is signed "C Boel fecit, in Richmont.", which has been taken as an indication that he engraved it while staying at Richmond Palace. He also engraved a portrait of Henry, Prince of Wales, an oval print with an ornamental border. published by Pieter de Jode I in around 1611–12; Another plate, of The Last Judgment, is signed "Cornelis Boel fecit", with no indication of the name of the painter.

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Important facts

Born
1576, Antwerp
Birth century
Died
1621
Nationality
Also known as
Cornelis Bol, Cornelis Bol I, Cornelis Bol Ier, Cornelius Boel, Cornelius Bol, Cornelis
moreI Bol

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Cornelis Boel?

Flemish draughtsman and engraver (c.1576-c.1621)

When was Cornelis Boel born?

Cornelis Boel was born in 1576 in Antwerp.

When did Cornelis Boel die?

Cornelis Boel died in 1621.

What was Cornelis Boel's occupation?

Cornelis Boel was a printmaker, draftsperson and copper engraver.

What nationality was Cornelis Boel?

Cornelis Boel was Dutch.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Cornelis Boel

· Wikidata: Q5171212

· DBpedia: Cornelis Boel

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