Jan Asselijn

Jan Asselijn was a Dutch painter born in Dieppe, France, in 1610 and died in Amsterdam in 1652. He was a prominent figure of the Dutch Golden Age, known for his Italianate landscapes and historical scenes. Asselijn studied in France and Italy, where he was influenced by the works of Claude Lorrain and the Bamboccianti, a group of genre painters. Upon returning to the Netherlands, he became a member of the Guild of Saint Luke in Amsterdam. His most renowned work, "The Threatened Swan," is celebrated for its allegorical significance and dynamic composition. Asselijn's contributions to landscape painting and his ability to blend Italian influences with Dutch realism left a lasting impact on the art of his time.