Massys or Matsys, Quentin (c.1466-1530)
Creator details
- Name
- Massys or Matsys, Quentin (c.1466-1530)
- Nationality
- Netherlandish
- Biography
- Quentin Massys, also known as Matsys, was a Flemish painter born around 1466 in Antwerp, Belgium. He was the son of a blacksmith and initially trained as a metalworker before turning to painting. Massys became one of the leading artists of the Northern Renaissance, known for his realistic and detailed portraits, religious scenes, and genre paintings. He was influenced by the works of Jan van Eyck and Rogier van der Weyden, and his style evolved over time to incorporate elements of Italian Renaissance art. Massys was also a skilled engraver and produced several prints. He was a member of the Antwerp Guild of Saint Luke and received commissions from wealthy patrons, including the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V. Massys died in 1530, leaving behind a legacy of influential works that continue to inspire artists today.
