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Jan Steen (artist)

Nationality
Dutch
Birth/Death
1625/6–1679

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Jan Steen was a Dutch artist in the 17th century. He is known for his visual storytelling abilities. He painted lively and chaotic scenes with a playful attitude. He often included an image of himself in his paintings.

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Jan Havickszoon Steen (c. 1626 – buried 3 February 1679) was a Dutch Golden Age painter, one of the leading genre painters of the 17th century. His works are known for their psychological insight, sense of humour and abundance of colour. Their satire also mocks the behavior and attitudes of the Dutch bourgeoisie.