Hendrick van Uylenburgh

Hendrick van Uylenburgh was an influential Dutch art dealer and entrepreneur in 17th-century Amsterdam. He managed a large workshop that was involved in painting portraits, conducting restorations, and creating copies of artworks.1

In 1631, Rembrandt van Rijn entered into a business relationship with Uylenburgh, moving to Amsterdam and working in his workshop for approximately four years, likely as head of the workshop. This period was crucial for Rembrandt's development, as he produced a significant number of portraits and group portraits, quickly establishing himself in the Amsterdam art market. Uylenburgh's niece, Saskia van Uylenburgh, later married Rembrandt in 1634. Amsterdam, along with Antwerp, became a major center for the art trade during the 17th century, with artists like Rembrandt catering to a middle-class clientele.12