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Backer, Jacob Adriaensz.

1608–1651

Nationality: Dutch Republic
Born: 1608, Harlingen
Died: 1651, Amsterdam
Gender: male

Movements

Baroque

Occupations

painter
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Biography

Style was influenced by Rembrandt and Classicism. Known for his portraits, Backer received many important commissions for group portraits; he also was a history painter. His father, a Mennonite baker, left Friesland and settled the family in Amsterdam in 1611. Jacob Backer returned to Friesland in 1627 to study under Lambert Jacobsz. Comment on works: Portraits, History scenes.

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Notable Works

  • Portrait of a Man
  • Shepherd with flute
  • Portrait of a Boy in Gray