Jan van Eyck
1390
—
1441
Belgium
Jan van Eyck (Belgium, 1390–1441) was a pioneering Flemish painter known for his detailed oil paintings, born in Maaseik and active in Bruges.
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Renaissance
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Jan van Eyck was a Belgian painter active during the Northern Renaissance, born around 1390 and passing away in 1441. He is renowned for his pioneering use of oil paint, which allowed for greater detail and luminosity in his works. Van Eyck's most famous piece, the "Arnolfini Portrait," exemplifies his mastery of realism and intricate symbolism. He served as a court painter for Philip the Good, Duke of Burgundy, which significantly influenced the art of the region. His innovative techniques and attention to detail had a lasting impact on the development of European painting. The exact details of his early life remain largely unknown.
