Justus van Egmont (1601-1674): Bridging Antwerp and Parisian Artistic Horizons Justus van Egmont, born in Leiden around 1601, stands as a pivotal figure in the artistic landscape of the seventeenth century—a painter whose career spanned across Flanders and France, leaving an indelible mark on portraiture and tapestry design. His journey began with foundational training in Antwerp under Gaspar van den Hoecke, establishing him within the vibrant artistic milieu of Rubens’ workshop where he honed his skills alongside luminaries like Anthony van Dyck. Early Life & Training: Born into a car…