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Jan van Eyck was a prominent Netherlandish painter, active in the early 15th century. Born in Maaseik, he is best known for his meticulous realism and oil painting techniques. Works such as “The Ghent Altarpiece” and “The Arnolfini Portrait” showcase his masterful rendering of detail and complex symbolism, contributing to the development of Early Netherlandish painting. His paintings often depict religious scenes and portraits, demonstrating a keen eye for light and shadow. Van Eyck’s influence on art history is undeniable, as he is considered one of the most important artists of the Northern Renaissance.
Born
c.1395
Birth place
Maaseik, Netherlands
Died
1441
Death place
Bruges, Netherlands
Virgin and Child with Saints and Donor
Jan van Eyck
1441
Portrait of Christ
Jan van Eyck
1440
The Annunciation
Jan van Eyck
1440
The Annunciation
Jan van Eyck
1440
The Madonna in the Church
Jan van Eyck
1439
Copy drawing of Madonna by the Fountain
Jan van Eyck
1439
Madonna at the Fountain
Jan van Eyck
1439
Portrait of Margaret van Eyck
Jan van Eyck
1439
St. Barbara
Jan van Eyck
1437
Dresden Triptych (Virgin and Child with St. Michael and...
Jan van Eyck
1437
The Lucca Madonna
Jan van Eyck
1436
The Virgin of the Chancellor Rolin (detail)
Jan van Eyck
1436
The Madonna of Canon van der Paele (detail)
Jan van Eyck
1436
Portrait of Jan de Leeuw
Jan van Eyck
1436
Madonna and Child with Canon Joris van der Paele
Jan van Eyck
1436