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Augustinus Terwesten

Dutch painter (1649-1711) · Netherlands · On the map · Artists · Died at 61

Augustinus Terwesten or Augustinus Terwesten the Elder was a Dutch painter, draughtsman, printmaker and art educator. He specialized in portraits, architectural and historical themes. He was known in his time for his decorative paintings in luxurious residences many of which have since disappeared.

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He left a great many preparatory drawings. He was a co-founder of The Hague Drawing Academy. He worked for a long time in Berlin where he was court painter to Frederick William I of Prussia and one of the cofounders of the Prussian Academy of Arts.

Country
Netherlands
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1649 to 1711 · aged 61