Saint christopher (Pieter van Lint)
Pieter van Lint (1609–1690) made Saint christopher. It is kept at Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp in Antwerp, Belgium.
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StatsSaint christopher, in brief
- Title
- Saint christopher
- Artist
- Pieter van Lint (1609–1690)
- Artist born in
- Antwerp, Belgium
- Where to see it
- Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
- Subject
- saints
Which museum holds Saint christopher?
Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp
Antwerp, Belgium
The History of Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp The origins of the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp reach back to the late 14th century, rooted in the holdings of the Antwerp Guild of Saint Luke. This guild, which included painters, sculptors, and goldsmiths, remained active until 1773. The collection was eventually inherited by the academy, forming the nucleus of what would become a public institution.
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Pieter van Lint, Saint christopher, Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp. Public domain.
Questions on Saint christopher, answered
Where can I see the original "Saint christopher" by Pieter van Lint?
The original "Saint christopher" by Pieter van Lint is held at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium. A reproduction allows the work to be displayed at home.
What does "Saint christopher" by Pieter van Lint depict?
"Saint christopher" by Pieter van Lint depicts: saints.
Is "Saint christopher" free of copyright?
"Saint christopher" by Pieter van Lint is in the public domain - its copyright has expired. This status governs how the image of the work may be reproduced.
Who created "Saint christopher"?
"Saint christopher" is attributed to Pieter van Lint.
What explains the copyright situation of "Saint christopher" by Pieter van Lint?
The copyright status of "Saint christopher" - in the public domain - its copyright has expired - follows from the artist's death in 1690.
Did "Saint christopher" stay in its artist's homeland?
Yes - the artwork is kept in the artist's home country. The birth country of Pieter van Lint is Belgium, and the museum holding the original of "Saint christopher" is in Belgium.
About the artist, Pieter van Lint
1609–1690, Belgium
Pieter van Lint
Pieter van Lint: A Flemish Master Bridging Antiquity and Baroque Pieter van Lint (1609-1690), a name perhaps less familiar than his contemporaries Rubens or Van Dyck, nevertheless stands as a significant figure in the vibrant artistic landscape of 17th-century Antwerp. Born into a family deeply rooted in the art world – his father, Hendrik Frans van Lint, was a celebrated vedute painter in Rome – Pieter inherited not only a legacy but also a profound understanding of artistic technique and a restless spirit for exploration. His career spanned decades, encompassing diverse styles and commissions, reflecting a remarkable adaptability and a constant engagement with the prevailing trends of his time. Van Lint’s early training under Artus Wolffort in Antwerp laid the foundation for his skill in historical painting and portraiture.
Also by Pieter van Lint
The Miracle of Saint John of Capestrano1650
Repentant Sinners in front of the Virgin and Child1630
The Adoration of the Magi1630
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