Philips Wouwerman (also Wouwermans, was a Dutch painter of hunting, landscape and battle scenes. He was first taught by his father, Paul Joosten Wouwerman, an historical painter of moderate ability. According to a contemporary account he had also studied with Frans Hals (1581/85-1666). Wouwerman became a member of its guild of painters in 1642, and he died after a successful career in his hometown in May 1668. Wikipedia
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