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| Adriaen Claesz. de Grebber (1576–1661) | ||||||||||
| De Grebber was a silversmith and medallist, born in Delft into a family of artists. He was apprenticed to a Delft silversmith in 1590 and remained active there until 1603. A skilled and talented artist, he was admitted as a master of the guild in 1600. From 1603 to 1615, he worked in Rome before moving to Haarlem, where he spent the remainder of his life. His work bridged the gap between the Renaissance tradition and the emerging Baroque style, particularly in terms of design and ornamentation. During his time in Italy, he was influenced by the works of Michelangelo and Raphael, which had a lasting impact on his medal designs. Alongside his father, Nicolaes, De Grebber became renowned for his exquisite nautilus cups, goblets, and tableware, created for rich patrons. He also specialised in silver and gold family medals, producing commemorative pieces for royalty and high-ranking figures. This further established his reputation as one of the foremost medallists of his time. Additionally, De Grebber worked on religious-themed pieces, including designs for church ornaments and commemorative medals celebrating saints and significant events, including commissions for the Danish court. He died in Haarlem. | ||||||||||
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