Jan Asselijn
1610–1652 · Dutch · 4 artworks
BaroqueItalianate landscapeUse of light and shadowAtmospheric perspectiveIntegration of figures in landscapesDepiction of ruins
artist bio
Jan Asselijn was a Dutch Golden Age painter who specialized in Italianate landscapes. He is known for his use of light and atmospheric effects, and his ability to capture the beauty of the Roman countryside.
what you'll learn
Studying Asselijn's work allows students to understand the Dutch Italianate landscape tradition and how artists adapted classical themes. Students can learn about composition, light, and the integration of figures within a landscape.
