Equestrian Portrait of Pieter de Roovere c. 1650

Aelbert Cuyp’s “Equestrian Portrait of Pieter de Roovere” is a Dutch Golden Age painting that showcases Cuyp’s signature style. The work portrays Pieter de Roovere, a prominent Dutch businessman, on horseback, against a backdrop of a Dutch landscape. In the foreground, a fisherman presents de Roovere with a fish, symbolizing prosperity and success. Cuyp's meticulous attention to detail in depicting the natural world and figures adds to the painting's realism and charm. The painting is a testament to Cuyp's mastery of light and atmosphere, capturing the warm glow of the setting sun and the serene beauty of the Dutch countryside.