renowned artists born in the 17th century (1601 - 1700)


Louise MoillonLouise Moillon (1610-1696) was a 17th century French painter in the Baroque Era who was known for specializing in still lifes. She was born in Paris to the painter Nicolas Moillon. However, she was an apprentice to her stepfather, Francois Garnier. She became known as one of the best still life painters during her time, and her work continues to be admired for its quiet style.
Bartolome Esteban MurilloBartolome Esteban Murillo (January 1, 1618 - April 3, 1682) was a Spanish painter, one of the most important figures in Baroque painting in Spain.
Sir Peter LelySir Peter Lely (14 September 1618 - 30 November 1680) was a painter of Dutch origin. He was the most popular portrait artist in England from soon after he arrived in the country in the 1640s to his death.
AElbert CuypAElbert Jacobsz Cuyp (October 20, 1620 - November 15, 1691) was one of the predominant Dutch landscape painters of the 17th century. He is especially known for late afternoon and early morning landscapes of the Dutch countryside.
Carel FabritiusCarel Fabritius (1622-1654) was a Dutch painter and one of Rembrandt's most gifted pupils.
Jan SteenJan Havickszoon Steen (born 1626 (?) in Leiden, died January 1, 1679 in Leiden) was a Dutch painter of the 17th century (also known as the Dutch Golden Age). Psychological insight, sense of humour and abundance of colour are marks of his trade.
Jacob van RuysdAElJacob Izaaksoon van RuysdAEl (or Ruisdaal or RuisdAEl) (c. 1628 - March 14, 1682), the most celebrated of the Dutch landscapists, was born at Haarlem.
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