Matthias Withoos

Born in Amersfoort in 1627, Matthias Withoos, also known by his Italian alias "Calzetta Bianca" (White Hose), was a fascinating Dutch painter whose career spanned still lifes and impressive cityscapes. He initially trained under Jacob van Campen and later with Otto Marseus van Schrieck, an artist known for his detailed depictions of natural elements. This early training clearly influenced Withoos's own meticulous approach to nature. At the age of 21, Withoos embarked on a si…