François Verwilt: Painter of Tranquil Seascapes and Rotterdam’s Golden Age François Verwilt (c.1623 in Rotterdam – 8 August 1691 in Rotterdam) stands as a prominent figure within the Dutch Golden Age landscape tradition, particularly celebrated for his serene depictions of coastal scenes and portraits that capture the spirit of Rotterdam during its artistic zenith. Born into a family steeped in artistic heritage—his father, Adrian Ver…