Johannes Leemans [SEP] place of death
Johannes Leemans
Johannes Leemans (1633, The Hague – 1688, The Hague), was a Dutch Golden Age painter.
Biography.
According to Houbraken, who did not specify which brother he meant, he made a profitable living making trompe l'oeil paintings of hunting paraphernalia, birdcages, and weaponry.
According to the RKD he was the younger brother of the painter Anthonie Leemans, and both are known for still life paintings of hunting paraphernalia and vanitas pieces that became an influence on Christoffel Pierson for their popularity.
Leemans
Leemans is a Dutch occupational surname derived from "leenman", a feudal tenant or vassal. It is particularly common in Flanders. People with this surname include:
- Anthonie Leemans (1631–1673), Dutch still life painter, brother of Johannes
- Egide François Leemans (1839–1883). Belgian painter, draughtsman and engraver
- Fernand Leemans (born 1925), Belgian figure skater
- Jo Leemans (born 1927), Belgian singer
- Johannes Leemans (1633–1688), Dutch still life painter and