Lieven de Key

The Vleeshal at the Grote Markt in Haarlem is a prime example of the work of Lieven de Key. It was built in 1602–1604. The large Haarlem shield on the front is attributed to Hendrik de Keyser, and some decorations are from drawings by Hans Vredeman de Vries.

Lieven de Key (1560 – 17 July 1627) was a Flemish renaissance architect who after working in his native Flanders moved to work in the Dutch Republic. He is mostly known today for his works in Haarlem. His style is described by Simon Schama as Mannerist.[1]

  1. ^ Schama, Simon (1997). The Embarrassment of Riches: An Interpretation of Dutch Culture in the Golden Age. New York: Vintage Books. p. 304. ISBN 978-0-679-78124-0.