The Dutch artist Hieronymus BOSCH was a 15th and 16th century painter known for his surreal and fantastical works. Pieter Steen was a 17th century Dutch painter who specialized in genre scenes. Johannes Vermeer was a 17th century Dutch painter known for his use of light and color in his works. Peter Paul Rubens was a 17th century Flemish Baroque painter known for his dynamic compositions and use of movement. All four of these artists are considered to be some of the most influential Dutch and Flemish painters in history.