early life and influences meister von liesborn, also known as johann von soest, was a german painter born in soest, germany in 1460. his life coincided with the height of the renaissance, influencing his style which was characterized by the rhineland school and flemish masters. notable works and style meister von liesborn is renowned for his masterpiece, liesborn altarpiece, created in 1465 for the liesborn abbey. this work showcases h…