van Lanschot | |
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family | |
Country | Netherlands |
Founded | 15th century |
Founder | Christiaen Jan Maessone |
Ethnicity | Dutch |
Van Lanschot is the name of a Dutch patrician family.
Christiaen Jan Maessone who lived in Zundert at the end of the 15th century is the oldest known member of the family. The family was involved in different industries such as banking, brick-making and brewing. In 1737, the family founded the Van Lanschot Bankiers. Some members lived on the castle and estate Zwijnsbergen in Helvoirt.