Philips Wouwerman, hans krets

Utlåtande från dr Birgit Schumacher daterat feb 2023 medföljer.

This painting that we are selling is a beautiful work of art from the inner circle of Philips Wouwerman (1619-1668), who is widely regarded as one of the most talented horse painters in the history of art. The painting is titled "Landscape with Gentleman on Horseback and Peasant Woman Receiving Alms".
In the background, we see a heavily loaded pack donkey and a resting man with heavy luggage. A dog is also present, adding to the lively and dynamic atmosphere of the painting.
The artwork exudes a sense of calm and serenity, capturing a moment of kindness and generosity between two individuals from different social classes. The composition is carefully balanced, with each element placed in a harmonious relationship with the others. The painting has been examined by Dr. Birgit Schumacher, an expert on Philips Wouwerman, who has confirmed that it is of high quality and painted in the 17th century in his Workshop or inner Circle. The painting follows one of his autograph works, with the same motif, who is catalogued as A379 in her Catalogue Raisonné.
Philips Wouwerman was a Dutch Golden Age painter known for his remarkable skill in depicting horses, landscapes, and hunting scenes. He was born in Haarlem, the son of a painter, and started his artistic career in his father's studio. Wouwerman's work gained popularity during his lifetime, and he was highly sought after by collectors and patrons from across Europe. His paintings are characterized by their exquisite attention to detail, vibrant colors, and skillful handling of light and shadow.