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Jean Cornelissen of Harlem

A Dutch painter whose works are mentioned in the narrative.

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Also known as Jean Cornelissen, Cornelissen

First appearance: x discourseth of naught but heroes and famous artists

Jean Cornelissen of Harlem shows up with force in Appendix A. The page is where that presence becomes real.

Provides a relation of finding Simplicissimus and leaving him on his island.
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Jean Cornelissen of Harlem first appears in 0047 x discourseth of naught but heroes and famous artists.

In Appendix A: Provides a relation of finding Simplicissimus and leaving him on his island.

Later, in Appendix B: Dutch sea-captain who discovers Simplicissimus' island, negotiates with him, and helps restore order after his crew's misconduct.

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