About Hendrick Bloemaert
Lived 1602 – 1672 (aged 69–70). Hendrick Bloemaert was a Dutch painter, graphic artist and designer.
Hendrick Bloemaert (1601 or 1602 – 30 December 1672) was a Dutch Golden Age painter.
Biography Hendrick was the oldest son of Abraham Bloemaert. His brothers Cornelis and Adriaen were also painters. In 1626 he was registered in Rome, but by 1631 he was back in Utrecht, where he registered in the Utrecht Guild of St. Luke and married Margaretha van der Eem, the daughter of a lawyer.
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According to Houbraken, he never became as good as his father, but it is unclear whether Houbraken saw his work or copied this comment from Joachim von Sandrart. He is considered an important member of the Utrecht school of Caravaggisti, and was known for his portraits and historical allegories. He was also known for his poetry.
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Who was Hendrick Bloemaert?
17th-century Dutch Golden Age painter
When was Hendrick Bloemaert born?
Hendrick Bloemaert was born in 1602 in Utrecht.
When did Hendrick Bloemaert die?
Hendrick Bloemaert died on 30 December 1672 in Utrecht.
What was Hendrick Bloemaert's occupation?
Hendrick Bloemaert was a painter, graphic artist and designer.
What nationality was Hendrick Bloemaert?
Hendrick Bloemaert was Dutch.
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· Wikipedia: Hendrick Bloemaert
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