Biography
Born
1644
Died
1721
Nationality
Dutch
Birth Place
The Hague
Death Place
London
Simon Verelst was born in The Hague and came from a family of painters. When he settled in London in 1669 he already had a reputation as a painter of still lifes. This reputation grew while in Britain, where his admirers included the diarist Samuel Pepys. He was encouraged to paint portraits but remained better known for his flower pieces. In later life, Verelst had repeated periods of poor mental health and was reportedly hospitalised several times. His style changed during this time, with depictions of flowers becoming larger.
Simon Pietersz Verelst (1644–1721?) was a Dutch Golden Age painter. He is known for outstanding flower and fruit still life paintings.
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Verelst joined the Guild of St. Luke (the painters' guild) in The Hague in 1666. In 1669 he went to London and came to be regarded as the finest flower painter to work in England during his time. He was very prolific and has a distinctive style. Comment on works: Portraits; flowers
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