Jacob Isaacsz. van Swanenburg

The Harrowing of Hell

Jacob Isaacszoon van Swanenburg[1] (Dutch pronunciation: [ˈjaːkɔp fɑn ˈsʋaːnə(m)bʏr(ə)x]; 1571, Leiden – 1638, Utrecht) was a Dutch painter, draftsman and art dealer. He was known for his city views, history paintings, Christian religious scenes and portraits. He spent a substantial part of his early career in Italy before returning to his native Leiden. He was the teacher of the young Rembrandt.[2]

  1. ^ Alternative name forms: Jacob Isaacsz. van Swanenburch, Jakob Isaacsz. van Swanenburch, Jakob Isaacsz. van Swanenburgh, Monogrammist IVS, Monogrammist JVS, Danziger Höllenmeister
  2. ^ Jacob Isaacsz. van Swanenburg at the Netherlands Institute for Art History (in Dutch)

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