Hendrick Goltzius: Life and Legacy Early Life and Training Born: 1558 in Bracht, near Viersen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. Goltzius’s artistic journey began with training under his father, learning the craft of painting on glass. A pivotal moment came when he received instruction in engraving from Dirck Volckertszoon Coornhert in Cleves. This foundational training would shape his future mastery. Artistic Development and…