Bartholomeus Spranger, a Flemish painter, draughtsman, sculptor, and print designer, was born on March 21, 1546. He developed a unique Northern Mannerist style, characterized by sensuality and elongated figures, while working as a court artist for Holy Roman Emperor Rudolf II in Prague.
His style had a significant influence on artists in Prague and the Dutch Republic, disseminated through prints and collaborations with artists like Karel van Mander.
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