Artists  > Maria Sibylla Merian

Maria Sibylla Merian

A Swiss artist who achieved success as a flower and animal painter, Merian is best known for her pioneering study of the insects of Suriname.

Dates
1647–1717
Born In
Europe > Central Europe > Germany
Active In
Europe > Central Europe > Germany, Northern Europe > The Netherlands
South America > Suriname
Period Culture Style
Rococo
Known For
Drawing, Painting
Basics Works of Art

Artists  > Maria Sibylla Merian

Maria Sibylla Merian

A Swiss artist who achieved success as a flower and animal painter, Merian is best known for her pioneering study of the insects of Suriname.

Dates
1647–1717
Born In
Europe > Central Europe > Germany
Active In
Europe > Central Europe > Germany, Northern Europe > The Netherlands
South America > Suriname
Period Culture Style
Rococo
Known For
Drawing, Painting
Basics Works of Art