Cornelis Claesz van Wieringen: Master of Maritime Drama and Haarlem’s Iconic Legend Cornelis Claesz van Wieringen (1577 – 1633) stands as a pivotal figure in the Dutch Golden Age, renowned primarily for his breathtaking depictions of ships and naval battles—a genre that captured the spirit of an era defined by exploration, commerce, and burgeoning national pride. Born in Haarlem, Netherlands, he descended from a seafaring family, fost…