About Nicolaus van Aelst
Lived 1526 – 1613 (aged 86–87). Nicolaus van Aelst was a printmaker, editor, painter, print publisher, copper engraver and reproductions engraver.
Nicolaus van Aelst (c. 1526 – 19 July 1613) was a Flemish engraver and perhaps painter, and a resident of Rome.
Life Van Aelst was born in Brussels. At an early age he established himself at Rome, where from 1550 to 1612 he carried out a considerable commerce in prints.
He died in Rome on 19 July 1613
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Who was Nicolaus van Aelst?
Flemish engraver and publisher (1526-1613)
When was Nicolaus van Aelst born?
Nicolaus van Aelst was born in 1526 in Brussels.
When did Nicolaus van Aelst die?
Nicolaus van Aelst died on 19 July 1613 in Rome.
What was Nicolaus van Aelst's occupation?
Nicolaus van Aelst was a printmaker, editor, painter, print publisher, copper engraver and reproductions engraver.
What nationality was Nicolaus van Aelst?
Nicolaus van Aelst's recorded nationality: Habsburg Netherlands.
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