Curd (art history, Harrison Middleton University) has created five case studies of Netherlandish (Dutch and Flemish) artists working in England between 1480-1680. She stresses the collaboration
that these artists established, both among themselves and with English patrons and fellow artists. The media vary considerably: pen and ink, glass, tapestry, painting and engraving. Most of the
artists were economic or religious refugees, taking advantage of the English taste for Low Country style and sympathy for fellow Protestants. However, Curd details the problems the immigrants
had with resentment from English artists and the general xenophobia of the population in general. This well-researched and written study adds a new dimension to the experiences of Dutch and
Flemish artists in England. Annotation 穢2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
