Cornelius Gerritsz. Decker (before 1623–1678) – A Master of Dutch Landscape Cornelius Gerritsz. Decker (born before 1623 – died 1678 in Haarlem), stands as a pivotal figure within the Dutch Golden Age, celebrated primarily for his serene depictions of river landscapes and tranquil rural scenes imbued with subtle humanist ideals. While biographical details remain somewhat elusive—largely due to the scarcity of contemporary documentation—scholarly research has illuminated Decker’s artistic lineage and established him firmly amongst the foremost landscape painters of his era. Early Life & T…