Rogier van der Weyden

Rogier van der Weyden was a pioneering Early Netherlandish painter whose meticulous technique and emotional depth influenced Northern Renaissance art. Known for religious triptychs and altarpieces, his works like The Descent from the Cross exhibit detailed realism, expressive figures, and dramatic composition. Van der Weyden’s art combines Northern European precision with a profound humanism, shaping later generations of painters.