Quentin Matsys: A Pioneer of Antwerp’s Artistic Renaissance Quentin Matsys, a name often overshadowed by the titans of the High Renaissance, stands as a pivotal figure in the development of early Netherlandish painting and the flourishing artistic scene of Antwerp during the 16th century. Born around 1465/6 – though precise dates remain elusive, shrouded in legend and limited contemporary documentation – Matsys’s life was one of quiet…