About Jacob van der Sluys
Lived 1660 – 1732 (aged 71–72). Jacob van der Sluys was a Dutch painter.
Gratitude of the Artist on leaving the Heilige Geest Weeshuis in Leiden, 1940. Jacob van der Sluys or Sluis (c.1660 – 15 September 1732) was a Dutch Golden Age painter.
Sluys was born in Leiden and spent his childhood at the orphanage, for which he made several paintings still located there. He was registered in the Leiden Guild of St. Luke as a pupil of Jacob Toorenvliet and Pieter Cornelisz van Slingelandt.
Sluys served in several roles for the Leiden guild after his marriage. He is known for portraits and allegories. He died in Leiden.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jacob van der Sluys?
Dutch painter
When was Jacob van der Sluys born?
Jacob van der Sluys was born in 1660 in Leiden.
When did Jacob van der Sluys die?
Jacob van der Sluys died on 15 September 1732 in Leiden.
What was Jacob van der Sluys's occupation?
Jacob van der Sluys was a painter.
What nationality was Jacob van der Sluys?
Jacob van der Sluys was Dutch.
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