Godfried Schalcken: Master of Candlelight and Dutch Refinement Godfried Schalcken (1643 – 1706) stands as a quietly significant figure in the history of Dutch painting, a master whose meticulous technique and evocative lighting earned him recognition within the esteemed circle of Leiden *fijnschilders*. Often overshadowed by the towering reputations of Rembrandt and Vermeer, Schalcken’s legacy lies in his exquisite genre scenes and portraits, particularly his remarkable ability to capture the subtle drama of candlelight – a skill that cemented his place as one of the most polished artists of…