Adam Elsheimer
Adam Elsheimer | |
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Self-portrait at the Uffizi Gallery, Florence | |
| Born | 18 March 1578 |
| Died | 11 December 1610 (aged 32) |
| Resting place | San Lorenzo in Lucina, Rome |
| Education | Friedrich Brentel Johann Rottenhammer |
| Notable work | The Flight into Egypt |
| Spouse | Carla Antonia Stuart (1606–1610) |
| Elected | Accademia di San Luca, Rome (1606) |
| Patrons | Francesco Maria del Monte |
Adam Elsheimer (18 March 1578 – 11 December 1610) was a German Baroque painter who worked in Rome. Though his career was short, his relatively few paintings were very influential in the early 17th century. His works were nearly all small oils on copper plates, of the type often known as cabinet paintings. They include a variety of light effects, and an innovative treatment of landscape. He was an influence on many other artists, including Rembrandt and Peter Paul Rubens.