- German composer, organist, harpsichordist, and violinist, regarded as one of the greatest composers of all time.
- Master of the Baroque musical style and credited with developing the fugue and other complex musical forms.
- Well-known works include "Brandenburg Concertos," "St. Matthew's Passion," and "The Well-Tempered Clavier."
2. George Frideric Handel (1685-1759):
- German-born naturalized British composer, well-known for his contributions to opera, oratorio, and instrumental music.
- Considered one of the greatest composers of the Baroque era, along with Bach.
- Renowned works include the oratorio "Messiah" and the opera "Rinaldo."
3. Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669):
- Dutch painter and etcher, regarded as one of the greatest artists in European art history.
- Most famous for his portraits, self-portraits, and use of chiaroscuro (contrasting light and shadow).
- Noted works include "The Night Watch," "Self-Portrait with Saskia," and "The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp."