Luyken, Jan (Johannes Luyken, Jan Luijken)
Jan Luyken (April 16, 1649 - April 5, 1712) was a prominent Dutch engraver, illustrator, and poet. He was born in Amsterdam, the son of another engraver, Kaspar Luyken (dates unavailable). He studied engraving under his father and, by all accounts, was a child prodigy. His engraving work included scientific, religious, portraiture, and cartographic engravings. He engraved many maps for the Ottens firm, few of which are signed. At age 26, Luyken converted to the Mennonite church, which inspired him to write moralistic poetry. Luyken died in Amsterdam.
AKA: Johannes Luyken, Jan Luijken
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