About Thomas van der Wilt
Lived 1659 – 1733 (aged 73). Thomas van der Wilt was a Dutch painter.
Thomas van der Wilt (1659–1733) was an 18th-century painter from the Dutch Republic.
Biography Van der Wilt was born in Piershil. Houbraken mentioned him as one of the pupils of Jan Verkolje. He became a master portrait painter in Delft, where he died. He is known for portraits and historical allegories.
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Who was Thomas van der Wilt?
18th century painter from the Northern Netherlands (1659-1733)
When was Thomas van der Wilt born?
Thomas van der Wilt was born on 29 October 1659 in Piershil.
When did Thomas van der Wilt die?
Thomas van der Wilt died on 19 May 1733 in Delft.
What was Thomas van der Wilt's occupation?
Thomas van der Wilt was a painter.
What nationality was Thomas van der Wilt?
Thomas van der Wilt was Dutch.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Thomas van der Wilt
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