Philips Koninck

Dutch, 1619–1688

BiographyOne of six sons of the Rotterdam goldsmith Aert de Koninck, Philips studied with his elder brother Jacob (1614/15-after 1690) in Rotterdam from about 1637 to 1640. In 1640 he married Cornelia Furnerius, sister of the Rembrandt pupil Abraham Furnerius (ca. 1628-1654). Following his move to Amsterdam in 1641, Philips Koninck also joined the circle of artists closely associated with Rembrandt's atelier, although he was more of a friend than a pupil of the master. In addition to his artistic activities, Koninck operated a successful shipping line between Amsterdam and Rotterdam. He died in Amsterdam and was buried there on 6 October 1688. Philips and Jacob Koninck were also related (cousins?) to the Rembrandt follower Salomon Koninck (1609-1656).

Philips Koninck painted portraits, biblical and mythological scenes, and several genre scenes in tavern settings, but is best known for his daring and innovative panoramic landscape views. His drawings encompass the same range of subject matter, but more clearly show Rembrandt's influence in their style and technique.