Question

17th-century Dutch art centered on genre scenes, landscapes, portraits of middle-class men and women, and still lifes, all of which appealed to the newly prosperous Dutch merchants. a. True b. False

Answer 1

A) True

Step-by-step explanation:

In the 17th century, the New Dutch Republic was the most prosperous state in Europe, and this led to the Dutch Golden Age of Painting, that was mainly financed by the wealthy tradesmen and financiers.

Some of the painters of the era were: Johannes Vermeer, Frans Post, Aelbert Cuyp, Jan den Uyl, and Abraham Bloemaert.

The paintings span several topics, from grand maritime landscapes depicting the maritime Dutch Republic, to still lifes depiciting fruits, household items, tables and chairs.