Marten Ryckaert (1587-1631) 
River landscape,  
Signed: ‘MR 1620 
Oil on canvas .
47 x 87 cm.

Marten Rijckaert (1587-1631) was a Flemish landscape painter born in Antwerp into a family of artists. Despite losing his left arm in his youth, he became a master of the Guild of Saint Luke in 1611 and produced many works rich in detail and atmosphere. His imaginary landscapes, often influenced by Italianate art, present a subtle combination of natural and architectural elements, reflecting a poetic vision of the countryside. 
His portrait, painted by Anthony van Dyck, is kept at the Prado Museum in Madrid. This work highlights Rijckaert's dignity and resilience, while capturing his singular appearance and introspective calm.

Museum references related to Marten Rijckaert 
Portrait of Marten Rijckaert by Anthony van Dyck: Prado Museum, Madrid 
River landscape with windmill: Groeninge Museum, Bruges 
Landscape with figures and animals: Museum of Fine Arts, Ghent 
Mountain landscape with village: Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam