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Anthoni Schoonjans

1655-01-01 – 1726-08-13

Portrait of Anthoni Schoonjans
Self-portraitCredit: Anthoni Schoonjans

Life & Legacy

Anthoni Schoonjans, nicknamed Parhasius (1655 – 13 August 1726) was a Flemish painter known for his portraits as well as his history paintings. After training in Antwerp he had an international career, which saw him work in various countries in Europe including France, Italy, Germany, Austria, The Dutch Republic and Denmark. He was a court painter in Vienna, Copenhagen, Berlin and Düsseldorf.

Occupation & Career

painter, artist

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Organizations & Memberships

Bentvueghels

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q572587 — wikidata View source

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