pieter the elder neeffs
Early Modern
Early Modern

pieter the elder neeffs

Born 1614 Died 1652 Works span 1630–1649

Pieter Neeffs the Elder (c. 1578-1656/61): A Master of Atmospheric Baroque Bonaventure Peeters, commonly known as Pieter Neeffs the Elder (circa 1578 – July 25, 1652), stands as a pivotal figure in Flemish Baroque art, particularly renowned for his captivating depictions of church interiors and masterful renderings of nocturnal landscapes. Born in Antwerp, Belgium—the son of cornelis peeters and catharina van eelen—his artistic journe…

3
dated works
2
chapters
1630
first work
1649
last work
Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Thumbnails — Dated Works

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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