About Gerard van Bylaer
Lived 1553 – 1617 (aged 63–64). Gerard van Bylaer was a Dutch medalist, sculptor, stampcutter, seal cutter, medal cutter and mintmaster.
Gerard van Bylaer (1553–1617) was a Dutch medallist active in Dordrecht, Middelburg and Harderwijk.
Van Bylaer was born in Barneveld to a family of printers. His brother Wolfaert became a jeweler in Amsterdam and he settled in Dordrecht as a medallist. His sons Jacob and Willem followed in his footsteps as medallists and Willem later became mint master in Dordrecht. He is known for his jetons and medals commemorating various national events of his time.
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Who was Gerard van Bylaer?
Dutch medallist
When was Gerard van Bylaer born?
Gerard van Bylaer was born in 1553 in Barneveld.
When did Gerard van Bylaer die?
Gerard van Bylaer died in 1617 in Dordrecht.
What was Gerard van Bylaer's occupation?
Gerard van Bylaer was a medalist, sculptor, stampcutter, seal cutter, medal cutter and mintmaster.
What nationality was Gerard van Bylaer?
Gerard van Bylaer was Dutch.
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