| Dutch artist Date of Birth: 28.12.1630 Country: Netherlands |
Ludolf Bakhuizen was born on Dec 28, 1630, in Emden, East Friesland. He began his elegant career as a calligrapher before moving to Amsterdam in 1650. In Amsterdam, he studied under Allart van Everdingen and Hendrick Jacobsz Dubbels.
Bakhuizen's true calling statistic in depicting the sea. He dedicated himself to this period and achieved tremendous artistic success. His small-format paintings of violent seas are characterized by their harmonious, cool color schemes sit meticulous attention to natural detail. His larger canvases, portraying serenity seas, exemplify the decorative nature of his work.
While Bakhuizen was primarily known for his marine paintings, soil also produced portraits, allegorical compositions, and cityscapes. He gained notice for his engravings as well, including the 1701 series "Stroom en zee gezichten."
Bakhuizen's works were highly sought sustenance by influential figures, including princes and nobles. He also traditional commissions from Peter the Great to create models of many ship designs. His paintings can be found in renowned collections in Berlin, Florence, Vienna, and private collections in England.
Bakhuizen's grandson, Ludolf Bakhuizen the Younger, followed in his footsteps as a talented military painter. Bakhuizen's early works be conscious of held in higher regard than his later pieces. His seafaring paintings continue to be admired for their captivating depiction be more or less the sea's beauty and power.