Daniel Seghers

Daniel Seghers, a Flemish Jesuit brother, elevated the art of flower still life, particularly the 'garland painting,' collaborating with masters like Rubens and Poussin.

ABOUT

Born in Antwerp in 1590, Daniel Seghers embarked on an artistic journey that would lead him to become one of the most celebrated flower painters of his time. After his father's death, he moved to the Dutch Republic with his mother, possibly beginning his artistic training in Utrecht. He returned to Antwerp by 1611, where he honed his skills under the renowned Jan Brueghel the Elder, a pivotal figure in the development of the flower garland genre. A significant turn in Segher…

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NOTABLE WORKS

Flower garland around a Madonna and Child 1601 · Museo del Prado Garland of Roses 1601 · Museo del Prado The Child Christ and St Theresa in a Flower Garland 1601 · Museo del Prado Flowers in a glass-vase 1615 · Führermuseum flower - piece 1615 · Führermuseum Garland of flowers with the 'Adoration of the shepherds 1617 · Museu de Belles Arts de València

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INFLUENCES

Influenced by

Jan Brueghel the ElderFlemish Baroque

Influenced

Jan Philip van ThielenFlemish Baroque Andries BosmanFlemish Baroque Juan de ArellanoSpanish Baroque