Frans van Mieris the Younger

Frans van Mieris the Younger (1689–1763) was a Dutch painter, historian and archaeologist.

Also recorded as Frans van (II) Mieris; Frans van Mieris (II); Franz van, the younger Mieris; Jun. F. Mieris; Frans II Van Mieris; Frans, II van Mieris.

Frans van Mieris the Younger in brief

Born
1689
Died
1763
Known for
painter, historian and archaeologist
Place of birth
Leiden
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Overview

Born at Leiden in 1689, died at Leiden in 1763.

In detail

the recorded working language is Dutch.

Places of work recorded in the authority are Leiden.

Works named in the authority record are The Hermit, The Grocer’s Shop and Portrait of Adrianus van Boscheiden.

Work by Frans van Mieris the Younger is recorded in the collections of Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, Amsterdam Museum, Museum De Lakenhal, Museum Catharijneconvent and Aartsbisschoppelijk Museum.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Frans van Mieris the Younger”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q705981: Frans van Mieris the Younger

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