Coenraet Decker: A Dutch Master of Light and Maritime Scenes Coenraet Decker (1650-1685), a name perhaps less familiar than Rembrandt or Vermeer, nevertheless stands as a significant figure in the vibrant artistic landscape of 17th-century Amsterdam. Born into a world brimming with burgeoning trade and maritime exploration, Decker’s art reflects this dynamic era, particularly his evocative depictions of the Dutch seascapes and genre s…