Matthys Pool Paintings

Matthys Pool, also known as Matthijs Pool, was a Dutch engraver and print dealer born in the year 1670, in Amsterdam. He is primarily known for his work as an engraver during the Dutch Golden Age, a period when Dutch art, especially in Amsterdam, flourished in terms of quality and diversity.

Pool's work included a variety of subjects such as portraits, landscapes, and historical scenes. He was particularly skilled in translating paintings into engravings, which allowed for the wider dissemination of artworks among the public. His engravings were not only appreciated for their artistic quality but also for their ability to capture the essence of the original paintings.

During his lifetime, Pool was part of a vibrant artistic community in Amsterdam, which was a leading center of art and commerce. He worked with and for many of the prominent artists of his time. Through his work as a print dealer, he played a significant role in the art market, helping to promote the works of contemporary artists and old masters alike.

Despite the significance of his work, detailed records of Pool's life and career are relatively scarce and he is not as well-known as some of his contemporaries. This may be due to the fact that the role of engravers was often seen as secondary to that of painters during this era. Nevertheless, Pool's contributions to the art of engraving and to the dissemination of artistic imagery during the Dutch Golden Age are noteworthy.

Matthys Pool passed away in Amsterdam in 1732. His engravings continue to be of interest to collectors and historians, and they serve as a testament to the thriving artistic culture of the Netherlands in the 17th and early 18th centuries. His works are held in various museum collections and are studied for their technical proficiency and historical significance.