Artwork
Adriaan van der Hoop’s Trotter ‘De Vlugge’ (The Fast One) in a Meadow
Adriaan van der Hoop’s Trotter ‘De Vlugge’ (The Fast One) in a Meadow is an unspecified painting by the Biedermeier artist Anthony Oberman. It dates from 1828 and is held in the collection of the Rijksmuseum. Adriaan van der Hoop’s Trotter ‘De Vlugge’ (The Fast One) in a Meadow is a painting depicting a horse in a serene landscape.
About this work
Overview
Adriaan van der Hoop’s Trotter ‘De Vlugge’ (The Fast One) in a Meadow is a painting depicting a horse in a serene landscape.
Subject & Meaning
The painting shows 'De Vlugge', a prized trotter owned by Adriaan van der Hoop, a wealthy Dutch banker and art collector. The horse's portrayal reflects Van der Hoop's aspiration to emulate the English aristocracy, who often commissioned portraits of their champion horses.
Technique & Style
The work is characterized by a straightforward composition, cool bright tones, and a profile view of the horse, echoing the style of English equine portraiture.
History & Provenance
The horse is set in a meadow on Van der Hoop's estate near Haarlem, indicating a connection between the subject and the owner's property.
Artist & collection
