Dutch, 1562–1638
Cornelis Cornelisz. van Haarlem was a Dutch mannerist painter and draftsman, active during the late 16th and early 17th centuries. He is recognized for his contributions to the development of Dutch painting and is considered one of the leading figures of the Haarlem school. Van Haarlem was born in 1562 in Haarlem, Netherlands, and trained under the prominent artist Pieter Pietersz. Aelst. He became a master in the Haarlem Guild of St. Luke in 1584. His career flourished during the late Renaissance, and he was known for his large-scale history paintings, as well as his depictions of mythological and biblical subjects. Major works include 'The Creation of Eve' and 'The Fall of Man'. His style is characterized by elongated figures, dramatic compositions, and a vivid use of color, which were influenced by Italian Mannerism. Van Haarlem's significance lies in his role in bridging the transition from the Mannerist style to the more naturalistic approaches that would dominate Dutch painting in the following century.
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