Campin

Campin is a surname of Flemish origin. The most notable figure bearing the name is Robert Campin (c. 1375–1444), a Flemish painter who is often identified with the Master of Flémalle. Campin is regarded as a pivotal figure in Early Netherlandish painting, and his work helped develop the use of oil paint, clarity of detail, and a blend of religious devotion with contemporary domestic settings. His attributed oeuvre includes devotional panels and altarpieces that display meticulous realism, luminous interiors, and an emphasis on natural light.

In art history, Campin’s workshop and its practices contributed to the emergence of a distinctly northern style that influenced patrons and artists across the Burgundian Netherlands. The exact authorship of several works attributed to Campin has been debated among scholars, with contributions from collaborators and followers forming part of the workshop’s output.

Outside of this painter, Campin remains a family name found in various regions, and individuals bearing the surname have made contributions in fields ranging from academia to the arts. The name today is relatively uncommon and is most often encountered in genealogical contexts or biographical references related to the painter.