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Flemish painters

Flemish painters were artists from the Flanders region (modern-day Belgium) known for their detailed and realistic style during the Renaissance and Baroque periods. They often depicted religious scenes, portraits, and everyday life with exceptional skill, using vibrant colors and fine brushwork. Notable figures include Jan van Eyck, famous for early oil painting techniques, and Peter Paul Rubens, renowned for dynamic compositions. Their work influenced European art with their mastery of color, texture, and realism, blending intricate detail with dramatic storytelling. Flemish painters played a key role in developing art that emphasized precision and emotional depth.