Dutch, 1640–1719
Jan Weenix was a Dutch painter known for his still lifes and animal paintings. He was born in 1640 in Amsterdam and died in 1719. Weenix was trained in the artistic environment of his father, the painter Jan Baptist Weenix, and later became associated with the Utrecht School. He was influenced by the works of other prominent artists of his time, including Frans Snyders and Willem van Aelst. Weenix's career flourished in the late 17th century, and he gained recognition for his detailed and vibrant depictions of game, fish, and various flora. His major works include 'Still Life with Dead Game and a Dog' and 'Still Life with Fish and Game'. Weenix's style is characterized by a realistic approach and a keen attention to texture and light, making him a significant figure in Dutch still life painting.
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