David Teniers the Younger (Flemish, 1610-1690)

David Teniers the Younger was born in Antwerp in 1610, growing up in an environment surrounded by art.¹

DecDavid Teniers the Younger was baptized on December 15, 1610, marking the beginning of his artistic career.¹

JulDavid Teniers the Younger married Anna Brueghel, daughter of Jan Brueghel the Elder, on July 22, 1637.¹

David Teniers the Younger moved to Brussels in 1651, becoming the main employer of Archduke Leopold Wilhelm.²

David Teniers the Younger was promoted to 'camerdiender' or 'ayuda de cámara' by the Archduke in 1655.¹

David Teniers the Younger published his 'Theatrum Pictorium' in Brussels in 1660.¹

David Teniers the Younger was granted a patent of nobility in 1680, marking his success.²

AprDavid Teniers the Younger died in Brussels on April 25, 1690.¹