Pieter van Slingelandt

Pieter van Slingelandt was a Dutch painter born in the Netherlands in 1640 and active during the Baroque period. He is known for his detailed still lifes and genre scenes, which often feature intricate compositions and a keen attention to light and texture. Van Slingelandt's work reflects the influence of his contemporaries, particularly in the use of color and realism. His life was relatively short, as he passed away in 1671, but he left a notable impact on the development of Dutch still life painting. Specific details about his training and influences remain largely unknown.