Nicaise de Keyser: A Belgian Romantic’s Historical Vision Nicaise de Keyser, born in Zandvliet, Belgium, on August 26th, 1813, and passing away in Antwerp on July 17th, 1887, stands as a pivotal figure within the Belgian Romantic-historical school of painting. His career, spanning over seven decades, witnessed a fascinating evolution from early religious works to grand historical narratives, ultimately cementing his place as one of th…