Ezels

1630s

Commissions from the Barberini and the Vatican

During his Roman period Swanevelt's works became highly popular: he received commissions from the Barberini family, Pope Urban VIII and the Vatican, including for the monastery of Monte Cassino; at the Palazzo Pamphilj he painted frescoes.

1641

Return to Paris

In 1641 Swanevelt returned to Paris, where he remained for the rest of his life, only occasionally visiting his native Woerden. He took part in the decoration of the Hôtel Lambert together with Jan Asselijn.

1644

French citizenship

In 1644 Swanevelt was granted French citizenship.

1650

Marriage to Suzanne Rousseau

In 1650 Swanevelt married Suzanne Rousseau.

1651

Admission to the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture

In 1651 Swanevelt was admitted to the Royal Academy of Painting and Sculpture. In France he enjoyed the patronage of Cardinal Richelieu and King Louis XIV.

1655

Died