The Flemish landscape painter Denijs van Alsloot was particularly known for his depictions of forest landscapes, hunting scenes and mythological scenes. His works are characterised by a delicate, bright colour palette and a remarkable attention to detail. Compared to Gillis van Coninxloo (1544–1607), to whom he was a successor, Alsloot's depictions of woodlands achieve a heightened sense of depth and a sophisticated play of light. Alsloot was appointed court painter in Brussels around 1600 by Archduke Albrecht VII of Austria (1559–1621) and Isabella Clara Eugenia of Spain (1566–1633). In this capacity, he recorded the court festivities, processions and the properties of the ruling couple for posterity. An important example of his work at...