Pike and Perch in an Aquarium

“Pike and Perch in an Aquarium,” created between 1910 and 1920, is an oil painting on canvas that captures an underwater scene featuring a pike resting on the bottom, while a school of black-grey perch swims above. The composition is enhanced by the dappled sunlight filtering through water plants, creating a realistic aquatic environment. This work reflects the artist's interest in ichthyology, likely inspired by his studies of fish at Amsterdam’s Artis Zoo. The detailed depiction of the fish and the surrounding rocks conveys a sense of depth, inviting the viewer to feel as though they are peering into the aquarium alongside the artist.

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