Lady and Gentleman on Horseback c. 1655

Aelbert Cuyp's "Lady and Gentleman on Horseback," painted around 1655, is a quintessential example of Dutch Golden Age landscape painting. The work features a well-dressed couple on horseback against a backdrop of a pastoral landscape complete with a distant castle. The scene, filled with sunlight, is a testament to Cuyp's mastery of light and atmosphere, a hallmark of his art. The inclusion of dogs and other figures contributes to the idyllic mood, emphasizing the leisurely nature of the scene.