Joachim Patinir

Joachim Patinir was the Panoramanir, master of the panoramic landscape. His style is characterized by sweeping, bird's-eye views that dwarf the figures within. Key characteristics include:

• Expansive, layered landscapes: Jagged mountains, winding rivers, and distant cities unfold across vast distances.
• Atmospheric perspective: Hues fade and blur with distance, creating a sense of depth.
• Biblical and mythological themes: Figures enacting religious narratives or classical stories are embedded within these grand landscapes.
• Small, detailed figures: Tiny individuals populate the scene, emphasizing humanity's insignificance against the backdrop of nature.
• Rock Formations: Distinctive rocky outcroppings and imaginative rock formations

His work is less about the story itself and more about glorifying the majesty and power of the natural world. If you see a world stretched out before you in miniature detail, fading into the horizon, you're likely looking at the Panoramanir's work!