{"title":"Gesina Ter Borch","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"staande-officier-van-achteren-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Staande officier, van achteren - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour and ink study of a standing officer from the personal album of Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the private artistic pursuits of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The image depicts a standing officer viewed from the rear, a motif that allows the artist to focus on the specific details of contemporary military attire. The figure wears a wide-brimmed hat adorned with feathers, a doublet, and a sword, capturing the fashion of the period with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch was part of a family of artists, and her work often reflects the domestic and social spheres of the Dutch Golden Age. Unlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her brother, Gerard ter Borch, her drawings and watercolours possess an intimate quality. The inclusion of handwritten text surrounding the figure suggests that this page functioned as a personal anthology, combining visual observation with poetic or lyrical content. The delicate application of watercolour provides a subtle colouration to the officer's clothing, while the ink lines define the posture and silhouette with clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an amateur artist, Gesina ter Borch documented the people and fashions within her social circle. Her albums are preserved today as significant historical documents, providing insight into the daily life and cultural interests of the Dutch elite. This print captures the quiet observation characteristic of her style, where the subject is presented without the grandiosity often associated with formal portraiture. The composition is balanced, with the figure positioned at the base of the page, allowing the surrounding script to frame the visual element. This piece is a fine example of the intersection between literature and visual art in the seventeenth century, reflecting the personal interests of a woman who engaged deeply with the artistic traditions of her time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416637641039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416637706575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416637804879,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416637837647,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416637903183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Staande-officier-van-achteren_Poster_CompositorV1_1786145782422.jpg?v=1786146189"},{"product_id":"stel-in-gesprek-terwijl-een-tweede-heer-zich-afwendt-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Stel in gesprek terwijl een tweede heer zich afwendt - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour and ink drawing from the album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting a social scene with figures in seventeenth-century Dutch attire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings and poetry that offers a window into the social customs of the Dutch Golden Age. The composition features a trio of figures rendered in watercolour and ink, capturing a moment of social interaction. A couple stands in conversation, their postures suggesting a formal or courtly exchange, while a second gentleman stands apart, his body turned away from the pair. This arrangement creates a narrative tension, inviting the viewer to consider the social dynamics at play within the scene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch was a skilled amateur artist, and her work is characterised by a precise, observational quality. She documents the fashions of the mid-seventeenth century with care, from the lace collars and cuffs to the specific cut of the men's doublets and the woman's gown. The inclusion of handwritten text above the figures suggests that this page functioned as a literary and visual exercise, common in the albums of the period. The calligraphy is as much a part of the composition as the figures themselves, reflecting the integration of text and image in seventeenth-century Dutch cultural life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are placed against a stark, white background, which directs attention to their gestures and attire. The artist uses a muted palette, typical of her work, to maintain a sense of restraint and focus. This piece provides a rare glimpse into the private artistic pursuits of a woman from a prominent family of painters, demonstrating her ability to synthesise observation with the literary conventions of her time. The work remains a valuable record of both historical costume and the social rituals of the Dutch elite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416723788111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416723853647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416723951951,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416723984719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416724050255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Stel-in-gesprek-terwijl-een-tweede-heer-zich-afwendt_Poster_CompositorV1_1786146035715.jpg?v=1786146367"},{"product_id":"dame-en-een-officier-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Dame en een officier - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour and ink study by Gesina ter Borch, depicting a lady and an officer alongside handwritten Dutch poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the private artistic pursuits of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a lady and an officer, rendered with the precise, observational style characteristic of the Ter Borch family. Gesina, the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, often utilised her drawings to accompany poetry and song lyrics, as seen here with the calligraphic text surrounding the figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are depicted in contemporary seventeenth-century attire. The officer wears a broad-brimmed hat, a doublet, and breeches with prominent boot tops, while the lady is dressed in a dark gown with a light-coloured shawl. The interaction between the two is restrained, reflecting the social codes of the period. The artist employs a muted palette, allowing the focus to remain on the linear quality of the ink work and the subtle application of watercolour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch works were not intended for public exhibition but rather for the intimate circle of family and friends. The inclusion of the handwritten Dutch text provides context, suggesting a narrative or lyrical theme related to courtship or romantic dialogue. The page layout, with its careful balance between the written word and the illustrative figure study, demonstrates the artist's skill in integrating literary and visual elements. This print captures the quiet domesticity and cultural interests of the Dutch Golden Age, preserved through the personal lens of an artist who documented her own social environment with clarity and grace.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416758751567,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416758817103,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416758915407,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416758948175,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416759013711,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dame-en-een-officier_Poster_CompositorV1_1786146464494.jpg?v=1786146699"},{"product_id":"heer-en-een-dame-staand-voor-een-arme-moeder-en-haar-kinderen-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer en een dame staand voor een arme moeder en haar kinderen - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour and ink illustration from the personal album of Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, depicting a social encounter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, poems, and musical notations that offer a glimpse into the social life and moral concerns of the Dutch seventeenth-century elite. The composition presents a clear social contrast: a well-dressed couple stands on the left, observing a woman carrying a child on her back, accompanied by another small child. The figures are rendered with delicate ink outlines and soft watercolour washes, typical of the artist's refined approach to amateur illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inclusion of text above and below the figures suggests this page functioned as a moralising emblem. The verses discuss the nature of friendship and the obligations of the fortunate toward those in need. Ter Borch, a member of a prominent artistic family in Deventer, often used her album to document contemporary fashion and social interactions. Her work provides a record of the domestic sphere, where personal reflection and artistic practice intersected. The figures are depicted with a sense of quiet observation, avoiding the dramatic flair found in the works of her brother, Gerard ter Borch. Instead, she focuses on the clarity of the scene and the legibility of the accompanying script. This print captures the intersection of literature and visual art, reflecting the cultural habits of the Dutch burgher class. The muted palette and precise line work ensure the focus remains on the narrative interaction between the figures, inviting the viewer to consider the social commentary embedded within the page.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416781951311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416782016847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416782115151,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416782147919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416782213455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-en-een-dame-staand-voor-een-arme-moeder-en-haar-kinderen_Poster_CompositorV1_1786146693623.jpg?v=1786146925"},{"product_id":"heer-die-een-dame-groet-gentleman-greeting-a-lady-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer die een dame groet (Gentleman Greeting a Lady) - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate 1654 watercolour and ink study by Gesina ter Borch, depicting a gentleman greeting a lady, accompanied by handwritten Dutch verse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch, dated 21 January 1654, originates from her personal album of poetry and drawings. The composition features a gentleman in a distinctive red cloak bowing to a lady, who stands in a modest pose. The figures are rendered with delicate ink outlines and subtle watercolour washes, typical of the amateur yet highly skilled output of the Ter Borch family circle. The scene is set against a page of handwritten Dutch verse, which provides a lyrical context for the interaction between the two figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a talented draughtswoman who documented the social customs and fashions of the Dutch Republic. Her work often captures the quiet, domestic, or courtly interactions of her contemporaries. The gentleman is depicted with a plumed hat held in his hand, a gesture of respect and social etiquette common in the mid-seventeenth century. The lady wears a dark bodice and a voluminous skirt, reflecting the modest yet fashionable attire of the period. The paper shows signs of age, with the ink script remaining legible alongside the carefully applied pigments. This piece offers a glimpse into the private artistic practices of the Dutch elite, where literature and visual art were frequently combined in personal albums. The focus on gesture and costume provides a clear record of the period's social dynamics, presented with a light, observational touch that avoids the grandiosity of larger oil paintings from the same era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416785424719,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416785490255,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416785588559,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416785621327,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416785686863,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-die-een-dame-groet-Gentleman-Greeting-a-Lady-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786146877074.jpg?v=1786146966"},{"product_id":"vier-pastorale-figuren-in-een-landschap-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Vier pastorale figuren in een landschap - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour illustration from the personal album of Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, depicting four figures in pastoral dress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, poetry, and musical notations that offer a glimpse into the domestic life and cultural interests of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features four figures dressed in idealised pastoral attire, set against a simplified rural backdrop. The scene reflects the contemporary fascination with the pastoral genre, where the simplicity of shepherd life was often contrasted with the complexities of urban existence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are rendered with delicate ink outlines and soft watercolour washes. The artist employs a clear, narrative style, typical of her contributions to the family album. The inclusion of handwritten text above the figures suggests that this page functioned as a combined literary and visual piece, where the verse informs the viewer's interpretation of the figures below. The palette is restrained, relying on muted blues, reds, and earthy tones to define the clothing and the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a member of a prominent artistic family in Zwolle. Her work is distinct for its personal nature, often documenting her social circle and the literary pursuits of her time. Unlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her brother, Gerard ter Borch, her drawings possess a private, intimate quality. This print captures the charm of her illustrative style, preserving the aesthetic sensibilities of the Dutch Golden Age in a format that feels both historical and accessible. The composition remains balanced, with the figures arranged across the foreground, allowing the viewer to observe the details of their costumes and the gentle interaction between them. It is a representative example of the amateur artistic output that flourished within educated households during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416802988367,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416803053903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416803152207,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416803184975,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416803250511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Vier-pastorale-figuren-in-een-landschap_Poster_CompositorV1_1786147069096.jpg?v=1786147204"},{"product_id":"lopende-heer-en-dame-en-afgewende-dame-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Lopende heer en dame en afgewende dame - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour and ink illustration from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting figures in seventeenth-century Dutch fashion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a window into the social customs and fashion of the Dutch Golden Age. Ter Borch, a talented amateur artist from a family of painters, documented the figures of her time with precision and a keen eye for sartorial detail. The composition features three figures: a gentleman and a lady walking together, accompanied by a second woman who stands with her back to the viewer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are rendered in watercolour and ink, displaying the refined clothing typical of the mid-seventeenth century. The gentleman wears a wide-brimmed hat with a feather, a doublet, and breeches, while the women are depicted in structured gowns with collars. Above the figures, the page contains handwritten Dutch verse, which was a common practice in such personal albums. These albums often functioned as a blend of artistic practice and social record, capturing the leisure activities and romantic sentiments of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch's technique is characterised by clean lines and a delicate application of colour. The figures appear isolated against the plain paper background, focusing the viewer's attention on their posture and attire. This piece provides a clear view of the domestic and social life of the Dutch elite, reflecting the cultural values of the era. The inclusion of the text suggests a narrative or poetic context, linking the visual representation of the figures to the themes of love and courtship prevalent in the literature of the time. As a historical document, the work captures the aesthetic preferences of the Dutch Republic, providing insight into the private artistic pursuits of women within the period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416810688847,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416810754383,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416810852687,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416810885455,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416810950991,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Lopende-heer-en-dame-en-afgewende-dame_Poster_CompositorV1_1786147313759.jpg?v=1786147462"},{"product_id":"heer-en-herderin-in-gesprek-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer en herderin in gesprek - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century Dutch illustration from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting a gentleman and shepherdess in conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings and poetry that offers a rare glimpse into the private artistic life of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a gentleman and a shepherdess engaged in a quiet dialogue, a common motif in the pastoral literature and art of the period. The figures are rendered with precise, fine lines and subtle washes of colour, characteristic of ter Borch's refined approach to illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shepherdess wears a floral crown and carries a staff, symbols of the idyllic pastoral tradition, while the gentleman is dressed in the contemporary fashion of the Dutch elite. The inclusion of handwritten Dutch verse above the figures provides context for the scene, framing the interaction within the conventions of courtly love and poetic artifice. Unlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her brother, Gerard ter Borch, this work demonstrates a more intimate scale, intended for private contemplation rather than public display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a skilled draughtswoman who frequently documented the social customs and fashions of her time. Her work often bridges the gap between amateur artistic practice and professional observation. The paper retains the aged quality of a manuscript page, with the ink script maintaining a rhythmic flow that complements the visual narrative. This print captures the charm of the original, preserving the soft palette of the watercolour and the clarity of the ink work. It is an example of the intersection between literature and visual art in the Dutch Golden Age, reflecting the cultural interests of the educated classes in the mid-seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416834019663,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416834085199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416834183503,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416834216271,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416834281807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-en-herderin-in-gesprek_Poster_CompositorV1_1786147641154.jpg?v=1786147869"},{"product_id":"two-cowherds-at-sunrise-or-sunset-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Two Cowherds at Sunrise or Sunset - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate 1654 watercolour by Gesina ter Borch depicting two herdsmen resting with their cattle in a quiet, pastoral setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis watercolour by Gesina ter Borch, dated 1654, captures a quiet moment of rural life. The composition features two cowherds resting beneath the shade of a tree, their bodies relaxed as they watch over a small herd of cattle grazing on the open field. The artist employs a delicate application of pigment, using soft washes to define the horizon and the gentle light of either dawn or dusk. The cattle are rendered with individual character, showing a variety of markings and postures, from those standing to others resting on the grass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a member of a prominent family of artists in Deventer. Her work often reflects the domestic and social spheres of the seventeenth-century Netherlands. Unlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her brother, Gerard ter Borch, her output frequently consists of intimate drawings and watercolours, often compiled into albums. These pieces provide a window into the personal observations of a woman artist during the Dutch Golden Age. The inclusion of the date at the bottom right corner confirms the work was produced during her early twenties, a period when she was actively refining her draughtsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is marked by a sense of stillness. The figures of the herdsmen, one leaning on his staff and the other reclining, suggest a pause in the daily labour of pastoral life. The horizon is kept low, allowing the expansive sky to dominate the upper portion of the frame. This work is part of a larger collection of her drawings, which are highly regarded for their historical value and their depiction of contemporary Dutch life. The palette remains restrained, relying on earthy tones and muted greens to convey the natural setting, while the fine ink outlines provide structure to the figures and the animals.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416835559759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416835625295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416835723599,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416835756367,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416835821903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Two-Cowherds-at-Sunrise-or-Sunset_Poster_CompositorV1_1786147724025.jpg?v=1786147927"},{"product_id":"twee-heren-en-een-boerenmeisje-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Twee heren en een boerenmeisje - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour and ink study by Gesina ter Borch, depicting a social encounter between two gentlemen and a young woman.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch captures a social encounter typical of the Dutch Golden Age. The composition features two gentlemen, dressed in the fashionable attire of the mid-seventeenth century, accompanied by a small dog, as they engage with a young woman in rural dress. The scene is rendered with the precision characteristic of Ter Borch, who was a prolific draughtswoman and poet. Her work often provides a window into the domestic and social customs of her time, blending observation with a personal, often lyrical, sensibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inclusion of handwritten text above the figures suggests this page originates from one of her personal albums or 'poëziealbums'. These manuscripts were common among the Dutch elite, serving as repositories for poetry, songs, and sketches. The ink calligraphy remains legible, providing context to the visual narrative below. The figures are depicted with a light touch, using watercolour to define the textures of their clothing, from the dark, heavy cloak of one gentleman to the simpler, lighter garments of the peasant girl. The dog, positioned at the feet of the men, adds a sense of movement and naturalism to the otherwise posed arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, and she operated within a circle of artists who valued both literary and visual expression. Her drawings are noted for their clarity and their ability to document the nuances of seventeenth-century life without unnecessary embellishment. This print captures the quiet, observational quality of her style, offering a glimpse into the intersection of literature and art in the Dutch Republic. The work is preserved as a testament to the private creative practices of the era, where the boundaries between the written word and the drawn image were fluid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/in-jerusalem-royal-tombs-vasily-vereshchagin\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eIn Jerusalem. Royal Tombs - Vasily Vereshchagin — Vasily Vereshchagin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416851059023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416851124559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416851222863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416851255631,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416851321167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Twee-heren-en-een-boerenmeisje_Poster_CompositorV1_1786148019458.jpg?v=1786148187"},{"product_id":"koning-en-herderin-in-gesprek-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Koning en herderin in gesprek - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century Dutch watercolour depicting a king and shepherdess in conversation, taken from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the domestic and creative life of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The scene depicts a king and a shepherdess engaged in dialogue, a motif that draws upon the pastoral literature and courtly romances popular during the period. The figures are rendered with a light touch, characteristic of Ter Borch's amateur yet highly skilled approach to drawing and watercolour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is divided between the textual elements at the top and the illustrative scene below. The king, dressed in classical-inspired robes and a crown, stands in contrast to the shepherdess, who wears a floral wreath and holds a staff. The presence of sheep and a winding path suggests a rural setting, though the execution remains stylised rather than strictly realistic. Ter Borch uses a soft palette, applying washes of colour that define the forms without overwhelming the fine ink outlines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHer albums, often shared within her family circle, frequently combined poetry, song lyrics, and drawings. This page reflects the cultural interests of the Dutch elite, where the blending of visual art and literature was a common pastime. The inclusion of the spiral motif above the figures adds an enigmatic quality, perhaps serving as a decorative flourish or a symbolic reference to the nature of their conversation. As an artist, Ter Borch is noted for her ability to capture the nuances of social interaction and costume, providing a window into the aesthetic preferences of her time. This print preserves the original character of the manuscript page, maintaining the balance between the written word and the painted image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416853582159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416853647695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416853745999,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416853778767,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416853844303,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Koning-en-herderin-in-gesprek_Poster_CompositorV1_1786148203481.jpg?v=1786148313"},{"product_id":"staande-koning-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Staande koning - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour illustration of a standing king from the personal album of Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, dating to the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate illustration originates from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, a talented amateur artist from the Dutch Golden Age. The work depicts a standing king, rendered with fine ink lines and soft watercolour washes. The figure is positioned in the lower right corner of a page filled with handwritten Dutch verse, demonstrating the common seventeenth-century practice of combining poetry with visual imagery in private albums.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch. Her artistic output consists largely of these intimate, small-scale drawings that document the social and cultural life of her circle. The figure of the king is stylised, wearing a crown and a short tunic with a flowing cloak, holding a sceptre. The composition is sparse, leaving significant negative space on the page to accommodate the calligraphic text. This arrangement reflects the aesthetic of the period, where the interplay between literature and visual art was a primary mode of expression for the educated Dutch middle class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing exhibits a light, precise touch characteristic of Ter Borch's work. Her use of colour is restrained, focusing on the blue of the tunic and the muted tones of the cloak and crown. By preserving the original page layout, this print captures the historical context of the album, offering a glimpse into the domestic creative habits of the Dutch Republic. The work is not a formal portrait but rather a narrative or allegorical element within the broader context of the manuscript, showing the artist's ability to integrate character studies into a literary framework.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416869146959,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416869212495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416869310799,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416869343567,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416869409103,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Staande-koning_Poster_CompositorV1_1786148396538.jpg?v=1786148662"},{"product_id":"heer-die-een-dame-het-hof-maakt-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer die een dame het hof maakt - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting a gentleman courting a lady alongside calligraphic verse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, watercolours, and transcriptions of poetry that offers a rare glimpse into the private life and cultural interests of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a small, finely rendered scene at the base of a page filled with calligraphic verse. A gentleman stands, hat in hand, gesturing towards a seated lady who is occupied with needlework. The figures are depicted with the precise observation characteristic of the Ter Borch family, reflecting the social customs and fashion of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, and her artistic output is closely linked to the domestic sphere. Unlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her male contemporaries for the open market, her work often functioned within a social circle of family and friends. The inclusion of the text suggests that the image serves as an illustration or a visual accompaniment to the verses above it, blending literary and visual arts. The figures are small in scale, yet they possess a distinct presence, captured through careful ink outlines and subtle washes of colour. The contrast between the sparse, white space of the page and the concentrated detail of the figures creates a sense of intimacy. This piece provides insight into the amateur artistic practices of the Dutch Golden Age, where drawing and poetry were integrated into the daily lives of the educated classes. The preservation of such albums allows for a better understanding of how personal narratives were constructed through the combination of text and image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416876093775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416876159311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416876257615,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416876290383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416876355919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-die-een-dame-het-hof-maakt_Poster_CompositorV1_1786148590884.jpg?v=1786148796"},{"product_id":"heer-knielend-voor-een-dame-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer knielend voor een dame - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour depicting a gentleman kneeling before a lady, accompanied by handwritten Dutch verse from the artist's personal album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch captures a moment of courtly interaction, typical of the social observations found within her personal albums. The composition features a gentleman kneeling before a standing woman, a gesture that suggests a scene of courtship or a theatrical performance of affection. The figures are rendered with precise, fine lines and subtle washes of colour, characteristic of the artist's approach to documenting the fashions and manners of the Dutch elite during the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe page is notable for the inclusion of handwritten Dutch verse above the figures. This integration of text and image was a common practice in the albums kept by the Ter Borch family, where poetry often provided context or commentary for the visual subjects. The gentleman is depicted in contemporary attire, complete with a sword at his side, while the lady holds a blue feather fan, adding a touch of colour to the otherwise restrained palette. The negative space surrounding the figures emphasises their isolation on the page, drawing the eye to their interaction and the specific details of their clothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a talented draughtswoman who operated within the circle of her more famous brother, Gerard ter Borch. Her work provides a window into the domestic and social life of the period, often focusing on themes of love, music, and conversation. This particular piece is part of a larger collection that demonstrates her skill in capturing the nuances of human gesture and the textures of fabric. The print preserves the original character of the manuscript page, maintaining the relationship between the calligraphic text and the painted figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/east-bergholt-church-john-constable\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eEast Bergholt Church - John Constable — John Constable\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416886481231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416886546767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416886645071,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416886677839,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416886743375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-knielend-voor-een-dame_Poster_CompositorV1_1786148911632.jpg?v=1786149109"},{"product_id":"fruit-plukkende-soldaat-en-een-jongedame-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Fruit plukkende soldaat en een jongedame - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour by Gesina ter Borch, depicting a soldier and a young woman in a rural setting, accompanied by handwritten verse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by the Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings and poems that provide a window into the social customs of the seventeenth-century Netherlands. The composition features a soldier reaching up to harvest fruit from a tree, while a young woman stands nearby holding a dish. The scene is rendered with fine ink lines and soft watercolour washes, typical of the amateur yet highly skilled output of the ter Borch family circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the figures, the page contains handwritten Dutch verse, which was a common practice in such albums. These texts often explored themes of courtship, morality, and daily life. The soldier and the young woman are depicted in contemporary dress, reflecting the fashion of the period. The background is minimal, suggesting a rural setting with a small house and a distant horizon, which keeps the focus on the interaction between the two figures. The work is not merely a decorative illustration but a piece of personal history, capturing the intersection of literature and visual art within a private domestic context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a prolific draughtswoman, and her albums are preserved as significant records of the period's cultural life. Her ability to combine narrative text with observational drawing creates a unique aesthetic experience. The muted palette and precise line work demonstrate her technical proficiency. This print offers a glimpse into the private world of a Dutch artist, where the boundaries between poetry and drawing were fluid. It is an excellent example of the genre scenes that were popular among the educated classes of the time, providing a quiet, contemplative addition to any collection of historical art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416891560271,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416891625807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416891724111,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416891756879,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416891822415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Fruit-plukkende-soldaat-en-een-jongedame_Poster_CompositorV1_1786149067872.jpg?v=1786149311"},{"product_id":"soldaat-en-dame-van-achteren-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Soldaat en dame, van achteren - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour study by Gesina ter Borch, depicting a soldier and a lady from behind, set against a page of Dutch manuscript verse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the private life and artistic pursuits of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a soldier and a lady, both viewed from behind, positioned at the base of a page filled with handwritten verse. Ter Borch, the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, was an accomplished amateur artist who frequently documented the social customs and fashions of her era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are rendered with a light touch, typical of her watercolour studies. The soldier wears a wide-brimmed hat with a feather, while the lady is depicted in a dark gown, holding a small plume. Their placement at the bottom of the page suggests a narrative connection to the surrounding text, which consists of song lyrics or poetry. This integration of visual art and calligraphy is characteristic of the albums kept by educated women in the Dutch Republic, where such volumes functioned as both personal diaries and social objects for sharing with friends and family.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the formal oil paintings produced by her male contemporaries, this work possesses an informal, intimate quality. The focus on the backs of the figures creates a sense of mystery, as if the viewer has interrupted a private moment. The muted palette and fine ink lines reflect the domestic scale of the piece. By preserving these scenes, Ter Borch provides a record of contemporary dress and social interaction, captured with a keen eye for detail. This print captures the original character of the manuscript page, maintaining the relationship between the figures and the surrounding script, which remains a primary feature of the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416894738767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416894804303,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416894902607,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416894935375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416895000911,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Soldaat-en-dame-van-achteren_Poster_CompositorV1_1786149258499.jpg?v=1786149501"},{"product_id":"dame-en-heer-in-gesprek-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Dame en heer in gesprek - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour illustration from a seventeenth-century Dutch album, depicting a lady and gentleman in conversation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch captures a quiet moment of social interaction, typical of the Dutch Golden Age. Ter Borch was a talented amateur artist who maintained a personal album, or 'poëziealbum', which functioned as a collection of her own drawings, transcriptions of poetry, and musical notations. This specific page features a finely rendered watercolour illustration of a lady and a gentleman engaged in conversation, positioned alongside handwritten verses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are depicted with careful attention to the fashion of the mid-seventeenth century. The woman wears a gown with a soft, draped skirt, while the man is dressed in a dark cloak, wide-brimmed hat, and red stockings. Their postures are restrained, reflecting the social etiquette of the period. The artist employs a light, precise touch with the brush, using muted tones to define the fabric and form of the figures against the expansive, empty space of the parchment. The surrounding text, written in a flowing script, provides a literary context for the visual scene, suggesting a narrative of courtship or polite discourse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her brother, Gerard ter Borch, Gesina’s work offers an intimate glimpse into the private life and cultural interests of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition is sparse, allowing the viewer to focus on the interaction between the two figures. The preservation of this page allows us to appreciate the intersection of visual art and literature within the domestic sphere of the time. The work is a fine example of the amateur artistic production that flourished in the Netherlands, demonstrating a high level of technical skill and a keen eye for contemporary dress and social behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416897622351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416897687887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416897786191,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416897818959,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416897884495,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Dame-en-heer-in-gesprek_Poster_CompositorV1_1786149544848.jpg?v=1786149701"},{"product_id":"staande-heer-standing-gentleman-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Staande heer (Standing Gentleman) - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour study of a standing gentleman by Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, taken from her personal album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch captures a standing gentleman, rendered with the precision characteristic of seventeenth-century Dutch amateur artistry. Ter Borch, a member of a prominent artistic family in Zwolle, produced numerous albums that combined poetry with small, figurative illustrations. This particular piece originates from one of her personal albums, where the visual subject is positioned alongside handwritten verses, reflecting the cultural habits of the Dutch elite during the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is depicted in profile, dressed in the fashion of the mid-seventeenth century. He wears a wide-brimmed hat adorned with a blue feather, a doublet with puffed sleeves, and breeches. He holds a walking stick, his posture relaxed yet formal. The artist uses a restrained palette, focusing on muted earth tones for the clothing, punctuated by the blue of the feather. The surrounding space remains largely empty, a common feature in her album pages, which allows the figure to exist as a singular, focused observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch did not pursue a professional career in the same manner as her brother, Gerard ter Borch, yet her work provides a window into the domestic and social life of the Dutch Republic. Her drawings often document contemporary costume and social etiquette. The inclusion of the figure within a page of text suggests a private context, likely intended for family or close acquaintances rather than public exhibition. The ink lines are fine and controlled, demonstrating her technical proficiency with the quill and brush. This print offers a glimpse into the private creative output of a woman operating within the social constraints of her time, documenting the appearance of her contemporaries with quiet observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416901161295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416901226831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416901325135,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416901357903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416901423439,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Staande-heer-Standing-Gentleman-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786149651900.jpg?v=1786149858"},{"product_id":"officer-taking-leave-of-a-lady-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Officer Taking Leave of a Lady - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour and ink illustration from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting a poignant farewell between an officer and a lady.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, watercolours, and poetry that offers a rare glimpse into the private life and cultural interests of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition depicts a formal farewell between an officer and a lady, a common theme in the period that explores the intersection of military duty and domestic affection. The figures stand in a simplified, open field, with the officer dressed in the characteristic attire of the era, including a plumed hat and sash, while the lady wears a modest gown. In the background, a small group of soldiers and a flag suggest the impending departure of the military party.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upper portion of the page is filled with handwritten Dutch verse, which provides context for the scene. The text serves as a lyrical accompaniment to the visual narrative, detailing the sentiments of parting and the hope for a safe return. Ter Borch, the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, was a skilled amateur artist whose work often reflects the domestic and social preoccupations of her social circle. Her use of watercolour is restrained, relying on soft washes to define the figures and the surrounding environment. The work is not merely a decorative illustration but a personal record, combining literary and visual elements to document the emotional weight of separation. The inclusion of the soldiers in the distance provides a sense of scale and narrative urgency, contrasting the quiet intimacy of the central pair with the broader movements of the military life. This piece remains a valuable example of the private artistic practices that flourished alongside the more public output of the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416902373711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416902439247,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416902537551,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416902570319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416902635855,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Officer-Taking-Leave-of-a-Lady_Poster_CompositorV1_1786149793270.jpg?v=1786149899"},{"product_id":"heer-die-de-schoenveter-van-een-dame-strikt-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer die de schoenveter van een dame strikt - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined watercolour and ink drawing from the album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting a gentleman assisting a lady with her shoe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, poems, and songs that offer a window into the social customs of the Dutch Golden Age. The scene depicts a gentleman kneeling to assist a lady with her footwear, a gesture that carries subtle romantic connotations typical of the period's courtly behaviour. Ter Borch employs a fine hand with ink and watercolour, capturing the textures of the lady's dark gown and the gentleman's striped sleeves with precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is minimalist, placing the figures at the base of a page filled with elegant calligraphy. This arrangement reflects the private nature of the album, where visual art and literature exist in close dialogue. The artist, sister to the painter Gerard ter Borch, demonstrates a keen eye for domestic detail and the nuances of human interaction. Her work often focuses on the leisure activities and social rituals of her contemporaries, rendered with a light touch that avoids excessive ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a piece of historical documentation, the drawing provides insight into seventeenth-century fashion and the performative aspects of courtship. The muted palette and clean lines allow the viewer to focus on the interaction between the two figures. The surrounding text, written in a flowing script, complements the visual narrative, creating a cohesive page that functions as both an illustration and a personal record. This print preserves the character of the original manuscript page, maintaining the balance between the calligraphic elements and the painted figures.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416908009807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416908075343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416908173647,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416908206415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416908271951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-die-de-schoenveter-van-een-dame-strikt_Poster_CompositorV1_1786150010309.jpg?v=1786150161"},{"product_id":"staande-dame-standing-lady-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Staande dame (Standing Lady) - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour figure study by Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, featuring a standing woman in period attire, taken from her personal seventeenth-century album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate watercolour, attributed to the Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the private artistic life of a seventeenth-century woman. Ter Borch was a member of a prominent family of painters in Zwolle, and her work often reflects the domestic and social spheres of the Dutch Golden Age. Unlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her brother Gerard ter Borch, her output consists primarily of intimate drawings and watercolours, frequently accompanied by poetry or song lyrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure depicted is a standing woman, rendered with a focus on the texture and colour of her attire. She wears a dark bodice, a white collar, and a voluminous skirt in a muted red tone, with a fur-trimmed wrap draped over her shoulders. The artist uses fine ink lines to define the contours of the figure, while the watercolour application remains restrained, allowing the paper to provide the primary light source. The figure is positioned at the base of a page filled with handwritten Dutch text, a common format in her albums where visual imagery and literary expression exist in tandem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece provides insight into the amateur artistic practices of the period, where drawing served as a form of social documentation and personal reflection. The figure is captured in a moment of quiet stillness, her hands clasped before her. The composition is sparse, prioritising the subject against the expansive negative space of the manuscript page. The work is preserved within the Rijksmuseum collection, which holds the majority of ter Borch's surviving albums. It remains a significant example of the intersection between visual art and manuscript culture in the Netherlands during the mid-seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/interior-of-the-geertekerk-in-utrecht-johannes-bosboom\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior of the Geertekerk in Utrecht - Johannes Bosboom — Johannes Bosboom\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416911057231,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416911122767,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416911221071,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416911253839,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416911319375,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Staande-dame-Standing-Lady-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786150273732.jpg?v=1786150372"},{"product_id":"groep-herders-maakt-plezier-in-de-zomer-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Groep herders maakt plezier in de zomer - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming seventeenth-century watercolour from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting a group of shepherds enjoying music and company in a summer field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings and poetry that offers a rare glimpse into the private creative life of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition depicts a group of shepherds and shepherdesses gathered at a wooden table in an open field, engaged in social recreation. One figure plays a violin, while others sit in conversation, framed by two trees that anchor the scene on either side. The artist employs a light, airy touch with watercolour, capturing the relaxed atmosphere of a summer day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the figures, the page features elegant calligraphy. The text, written in Dutch, complements the visual narrative by describing the romantic and pastoral themes common to the period. The combination of script and illustration is characteristic of the albums kept by the Ter Borch family, which functioned as both artistic exercises and social documents. Gesina ter Borch was a skilled draughtswoman, and her work often reflects the domestic and social customs of her time. The scene is not merely a depiction of rural life, but a reflection of the literary and musical interests of the Dutch elite and middle classes. The fine, calligraphic lines used for the text contrast with the softer, tinted washes of the figures below, creating a balanced page layout. This print captures the charm of the original manuscript, preserving the interplay between the written word and the visual image that defined the artist's personal collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416926097743,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416926163279,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416926261583,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416926294351,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416926359887,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Groep-herders-maakt-plezier-in-de-zomer_Poster_CompositorV1_1786150623020.jpg?v=1786150787"},{"product_id":"cicilia-met-bloemen-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Cicilia met bloemen - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century manuscript page by Gesina ter Borch, featuring calligraphic poetry alongside a hand-coloured illustration of a shepherdess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work originates from the personal albums of Gesina ter Borch, a Dutch artist active during the seventeenth century. The page combines calligraphic poetry with a small, hand-coloured illustration. The text, written in a flowing script, narrates the pastoral tale of Cicilia and her shepherd companion, Floriaen. The visual component depicts Cicilia as a shepherdess, adorned with a floral wreath and carrying a bouquet, set against a simple, grassy ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch produced these albums as private collections of songs, poems, and drawings. Her style is characterised by a modest, personal quality that differs from the large-scale oil paintings of her contemporaries. The figure of Cicilia is rendered with fine ink outlines and soft washes of colour, typical of the amateur yet highly skilled artistic output found in Dutch domestic circles of the period. The composition is sparse, allowing the relationship between the written word and the miniature figure to remain the primary focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print captures the charm of seventeenth-century Dutch literary culture, where visual art and poetry were often integrated within the same page. The figure's attire, featuring a yellow bodice and a long skirt, reflects the fashion of the era, while the pastoral theme draws upon classical influences popular in Dutch literature. By preserving this page, one gains insight into the private creative life of a woman artist who documented the social and cultural interests of her time through her own hand. The work remains a quiet example of the intersection between graphic art and manuscript tradition, offering a glimpse into the domestic pastimes of the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416927146319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416927211855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416927310159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416927342927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416927408463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Cicilia-met-bloemen_Poster_CompositorV1_1786150670114.jpg?v=1786150788"},{"product_id":"herder-en-herderin-in-gesprek-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Herder en herderin in gesprek - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming seventeenth-century Dutch illustration featuring a pastoral dialogue between a shepherd and shepherdess, rendered in ink and watercolour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the private artistic pursuits of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition combines lyrical poetry with a hand-painted scene, reflecting the popular pastoral themes of the period. In the lower portion of the page, a shepherd and shepherdess stand upon a gentle rise, engaged in a quiet exchange. The figures are rendered with precise, fine lines and soft washes of colour, typical of the amateur yet highly skilled output found in the ter Borch family circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe text above the figures consists of a dialogue, written in a flowing, calligraphic hand. It captures the conventions of courtly love and pastoral romance, where characters often adopted the guises of shepherds to express their sentiments. The scene itself is sparse, focusing on the interaction between the two figures against a simplified horizon. The tree on the right provides a vertical anchor, balancing the composition while framing the open space beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was an accomplished draughtswoman who frequently documented the social life and fashions of her time. Her albums are not merely decorative, but function as personal records of her interests and the cultural milieu of the Dutch Republic. This piece demonstrates her ability to integrate literary content with visual narrative, a hallmark of her surviving body of work. The muted palette and careful attention to the costumes of the figures provide a clear indication of the aesthetic preferences prevalent in the mid-seventeenth century. By preserving both the written word and the painted image, this page serves as a direct link to the domestic intellectual life of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416933077327,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416933142863,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416933241167,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416933273935,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416933339471,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Herder-en-herderin-in-gesprek_Poster_CompositorV1_1786150846176.jpg?v=1786151001"},{"product_id":"tijter-pursuing-amarillis-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Tijter Pursuing Amarillis - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming seventeenth-century Dutch illustration from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting a pastoral scene with accompanying poetry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, poetry, and transcriptions that offer a window into the cultural life of a seventeenth-century Dutch gentlewoman. The page features a pastoral scene rendered in delicate watercolour, accompanied by handwritten verses in Dutch. The narrative depicts the shepherd Tijter in pursuit of the shepherdess Amarillis, a common trope in the pastoral literature of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch employs a light, illustrative touch, focusing on the movement of the figures as they traverse a path near a river. The composition is balanced, with the figures positioned in the foreground against a simplified, open background. The ink calligraphy above the scene provides the textual context, blending literary interests with visual storytelling. Such albums were often shared among family and friends, serving as a form of social engagement and creative expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist, sister to the painter Gerard ter Borch, demonstrates a keen ability to capture the fashions and gestures of her time. Her work is notable for its intimate scale and the integration of text with image, a practice that reflects the domestic education and artistic pursuits available to women of her social standing in the Dutch Republic. The muted palette and fine line work are characteristic of her surviving album pages, which remain preserved as significant examples of private, non-commissioned art from the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416944349519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416944415055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416944513359,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416944546127,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416944611663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Tijter-Pursuing-Amarillis_Poster_CompositorV1_1786151168932.jpg?v=1786151487"},{"product_id":"muziek-makend-herderspaar-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Muziek makend herderspaar - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour and ink illustration from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting a shepherd couple engaged in music and reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, poems, and songs that offer a window into the cultural life of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a shepherd and shepherdess seated beneath a tree, a common motif in pastoral literature and art of the period. The male figure plays a violin, while the female figure holds a book, suggesting a scene of courtly or romantic recreation. The text above the illustration is written in a precise, calligraphic hand, integrating the visual and literary elements into a single page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch was a member of a prominent artistic family in Zwolle. Her work often reflects the domestic and social interests of her circle, frequently incorporating themes of love, music, and nature. The watercolour application is delicate, using soft washes to define the figures and the surrounding environment. The background features a simplified horizon line with a distant town silhouette, typical of the period's approach to spatial depth in small-scale illustrations. The figures are rendered with attention to their period attire, including the shepherd's hat and the woman's yellow gown. This piece is a fine example of the amateur yet highly skilled artistic production found in private albums of the Dutch Golden Age, where personal expression and literary engagement were closely linked. The preservation of such albums allows for a better understanding of the private creative practices of women during this era, moving beyond the public sphere of professional painting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416952541519,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416952607055,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416952705359,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416952738127,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416952803663,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Muziek-makend-herderspaar_Poster_CompositorV1_1786151286879.jpg?v=1786151634"},{"product_id":"herder-op-een-heuveltje-kijkend-naar-zijn-schapen-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Herder op een heuveltje, kijkend naar zijn schapen - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour and ink study by Gesina ter Borch, featuring a shepherd resting in a pastoral setting, accompanied by seventeenth-century Dutch verse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, poems, and musical notations that offer a rare glimpse into the domestic and creative life of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a shepherd resting upon a grassy mound, his gaze directed toward a small flock of sheep grazing in the distance. The scene is rendered with a light touch, utilising watercolour washes to define the soft contours of the hill and the expansive, pale sky above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch, the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, was an accomplished amateur artist who documented the social customs and pastimes of her circle. The inclusion of handwritten Dutch verse above the illustration suggests a synthesis of visual and literary expression, common in the albums of the period. The shepherd, depicted in a relaxed posture with his crook, embodies the pastoral themes popular in contemporary literature and art. His attire, rendered in muted tones, contrasts with the verdant green of the foreground tree and the subtle blue of the horizon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work demonstrates a refined use of ink for the calligraphic text and fine lines for the figures. The composition is balanced, with the tree on the left providing a vertical anchor that draws the eye across the gentle slope of the hill. The inclusion of a distant windmill on the right horizon provides a specific sense of place, grounding the pastoral scene within the Dutch countryside. This print captures the quiet, contemplative nature of Ter Borch's work, providing an authentic representation of seventeenth-century artistic practice outside the formal studio environment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416954343759,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416954409295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416954507599,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416954540367,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416954605903,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Herder-op-een-heuveltje-kijkend-naar-zijn-schapen_Poster_CompositorV1_1786151459468.jpg?v=1786151755"},{"product_id":"jozef-en-de-vrouw-van-potifar-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Jozef en de vrouw van Potifar - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seventeenth-century Dutch illustration by Gesina ter Borch depicting the biblical story of Joseph and Potiphar's wife, rendered in ink and watercolour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis illustration originates from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, a Dutch artist active during the seventeenth century. The work depicts the biblical narrative of Joseph fleeing from the advances of Potiphar's wife. Ter Borch presents the scene with a characteristic economy of line, focusing on the dramatic gesture of Joseph as he pulls away from the seated figure. The composition is integrated directly into a page of manuscript text, reflecting the common practice of combining poetry and visual narrative within private albums of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figures are rendered with delicate watercolour washes, showing the artist's attention to the costume details of the era. Joseph is shown in a dynamic pose, his body angled away from the woman who remains seated in a chair, her hand reaching out to grasp his cloak. This specific moment of tension is captured with a sense of theatricality that aligns with the broader artistic interests of the Ter Borch family. The surrounding text, written in a formal hand, provides the moralising context for the image, framing the biblical story within the cultural values of the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a prolific draughtswoman, and her albums provide a rare insight into the domestic and intellectual life of a woman artist in the Netherlands. Her work often blends personal reflection with historical and religious themes. This piece demonstrates her ability to combine calligraphic skill with narrative illustration, creating a balanced page where the written word and the visual image inform one another. The preservation of these albums allows for an analysis of how seventeenth-century artists engaged with literature and morality through their own creative output, offering a glimpse into the private artistic practices of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416960897359,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416960962895,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416961061199,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416961093967,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416961159503,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jozef-en-de-vrouw-van-Potifar_Poster_CompositorV1_1786151686991.jpg?v=1786152004"},{"product_id":"heer-in-mantel-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer in mantel - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour study of a gentleman in a cloak, taken from the personal album of Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch features a solitary figure of a gentleman dressed in a dark cloak, captured in a walking pose. The drawing originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a window into the social life and artistic habits of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. Ter Borch was a skilled amateur artist, and her work often documents the fashion and manners of her contemporaries with precision and restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure is rendered with fine ink lines and subtle watercolour washes, typical of the period's interest in costume and character studies. The gentleman wears a wide-brimmed hat adorned with a feather, a long dark cloak, and light-coloured hose, reflecting the attire of the Dutch elite during the mid-seventeenth century. The composition is sparse, placing the figure against a plain background, which allows the viewer to focus on the silhouette and the specific details of his clothing. The presence of handwritten Dutch verse on the page suggests that this image served as an illustration or a companion to the poetry, a common practice in the albums of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, and her work shares the same attention to texture and light found in his larger canvases. While she did not pursue a professional career in the same manner as her brother, her surviving drawings demonstrate a high level of technical proficiency. This print captures the quiet observation and refined aesthetic that define her contribution to the Dutch Golden Age. It is a piece that invites close inspection, revealing the care taken in the depiction of the fabric and the posture of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416963780943,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416963846479,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416963944783,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416963977551,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416964043087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-in-mantel_Poster_CompositorV1_1786151899130.jpg?v=1786152172"},{"product_id":"vier-studies-van-honden-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Vier studies van honden - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA charming collection of four dog studies by Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, rendered in ink and watercolour with delicate observation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate sheet, titled Vier studies van honden, originates from the personal albums of Gesina ter Borch. As a member of a prominent artistic family in the Dutch Republic, Gesina produced a significant body of work that provides insight into the domestic life and leisure activities of the seventeenth-century Dutch elite. Her albums, often referred to as 'poesiealbums', functioned as personal collections of poetry, songs, and drawings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features four distinct studies of small spaniels, rendered with a light touch and precise observation. Two dogs are depicted resting on patches of green, while the lower pair are shown in a seated and a standing position. The artist employs a restrained palette, using soft browns, creams, and muted greens to define the animals' coats and the ground beneath them. Small red ribbons around the necks of the lower dogs provide a subtle splash of colour, suggesting these were well-cared-for household companions rather than working animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch demonstrates a keen ability to capture the posture and character of her subjects through economical line work. The ink outlines are fine and controlled, allowing the watercolour washes to provide form without obscuring the underlying drawing. This approach is characteristic of the informal, observational style found throughout her surviving albums. The work is preserved in the collection of the Rijksmuseum, where it remains a record of the artist's technical skill and her interest in the natural world. By focusing on the quiet, everyday presence of these dogs, the artist offers a glimpse into the private sphere of her era, far removed from the grand historical or religious subjects common to the period.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416969482575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416969548111,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416969646415,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416969679183,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416969744719,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Vier-studies-van-honden_Poster_CompositorV1_1786152067842.jpg?v=1786152322"},{"product_id":"soldaat-dame-en-heer-van-achteren-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Soldaat, dame en heer, van achteren - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour and ink illustration by Gesina ter Borch, depicting three figures in period attire from her personal album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, poems, and songs that offer a window into the social life of the Dutch Golden Age. Ter Borch, a talented amateur artist from a family of painters, frequently documented the fashions and social interactions of her contemporaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition depicts three figures viewed from behind: a soldier, a lady, and a gentleman. The soldier, positioned on the left, wears a plumed hat and a doublet with puffed sleeves, his posture suggesting a casual stroll. Beside him, the lady is dressed in a modest cap and a long skirt, while the gentleman on the right wears a distinctive blue cloak. The figures are rendered with fine ink lines and subtle watercolour washes, typical of the artist's refined approach to miniature illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the figures, the page contains handwritten Dutch verse, which was a common practice in such albums. These texts often provided moral commentary or romantic musings that complemented the visual subjects. The combination of calligraphy and illustration creates a cohesive page that reflects the domestic pastimes of the seventeenth-century Dutch elite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis print captures the specific sartorial details of the period, from the cut of the cloaks to the style of the headwear. The work is not merely a study of costume, but a record of the social dynamics and cultural interests of the time. By presenting the figures from the rear, ter Borch invites the viewer to observe the silhouettes and textures of their attire, providing a clear view of the garments that defined the social status of the subjects. The piece remains a valuable example of the private artistic production that occurred alongside the more formal output of the Dutch masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416974856527,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416974922063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416975020367,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58416975053135,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58416975118671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Soldaat-dame-en-heer-van-achteren_Poster_CompositorV1_1786152257145.jpg?v=1786152462"},{"product_id":"roker-in-bed-omringd-door-zijn-kameraden-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Roker in bed, omringd door zijn kameraden - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1653 watercolour by Gesina ter Borch from her personal album, depicting a social scene of smoking and drinking accompanied by moralising Dutch verse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch, dated 21 December 1653, originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the social life and domestic habits of the Dutch elite during the seventeenth century. The composition features a scene of indulgence, depicting a man smoking in bed while his companions gather around a table nearby. The figures are rendered with a light, illustrative touch, characteristic of Ter Borch's amateur yet highly observant style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing is accompanied by Dutch verse, written in a fluid, calligraphic hand that occupies the upper portion of the page. The text provides a moralising commentary on the vices of drinking and smoking, a common theme in the period. A large, swirling ink flourish sits between the text and the illustration, representing the smoke from the pipes, which serves to connect the written word with the visual narrative below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch, the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, was an accomplished draughtswoman. Her albums are preserved in the Rijksmuseum and provide valuable evidence of the cultural interests of women in the Dutch Republic. The figures are dressed in the fashion of the 1650s, with wide-brimmed hats and doublets, reflecting the specific sartorial trends of the era. The use of watercolour is restrained, applied to highlight the clothing and the furnishings of the room, while the ink lines define the forms with precision. This piece is a fine example of the intersection between literature and visual art in the private albums of the Dutch Golden Age, capturing a moment of leisure that is both humorous and cautionary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417036525903,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417036591439,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417036689743,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417036722511,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417036788047,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Roker-in-bed-omringd-door-zijn-kameraden_Poster_CompositorV1_1786152544846.jpg?v=1786153153"},{"product_id":"roker-zittend-aan-een-tafel-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Roker zittend aan een tafel - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate watercolour and ink illustration from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting a smoker at a table alongside a handwritten poem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, poems, and songs that offer a window into the domestic life and cultural interests of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The image depicts a solitary figure, a smoker, seated at a simple wooden table. The composition is modest, focusing on the quiet activity of the subject as he enjoys a pipe, accompanied by a small jug placed on the floor beside him. The figure is rendered with delicate ink lines and soft watercolour washes, characteristic of ter Borch's illustrative style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSurrounding the illustration is a handwritten poem in Dutch, titled 'Een Testament van een drinckert' (A Testament of a Drinker). The text, written in a refined cursive hand, complements the visual scene, blending literary expression with artistic observation. Ter Borch was a member of a prominent artistic family in Zwolle, and her work often reflects the social customs and pastimes of her era. Unlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her brother, Gerard ter Borch, her drawings possess an intimate, private quality. They were not intended for public exhibition but rather for the enjoyment of her family and social circle. This piece provides a clear example of how amateur artists of the period engaged with contemporary themes, such as the popularity of tobacco and the social rituals of drinking, through a combination of verse and illustration. The preservation of this album allows for a rare look at the creative output of a woman artist during the Dutch Golden Age, capturing the intersection of daily life and artistic practice in a domestic setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417043571023,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417043636559,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417043734863,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417043767631,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417043833167,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Roker-zittend-aan-een-tafel_Poster_CompositorV1_1786152786978.jpg?v=1786153344"},{"product_id":"boerenpaar-van-achteren-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Boerenpaar, van achteren - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour and ink drawing from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, featuring a peasant couple and calligraphic verse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, poems, and transcriptions that offer a window into the cultural life of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a peasant couple viewed from behind, walking along a path towards a distant horizon. The figures are rendered with delicate ink outlines and soft watercolour washes, typical of the amateur yet highly skilled artistic practice common among the Dutch elite of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scene is accompanied by a poem written in elegant calligraphy, which occupies the upper portion of the page. This combination of text and image was a popular format for personal albums, allowing the owner to express sentiments on love, nature, and pastoral life. The couple, dressed in simple rural attire, provides a contrast to the refined nature of the manuscript itself. The woman carries a yoke with buckets, while the man leans on a staff, their posture suggesting a quiet, steady journey through a landscape that includes a small tree and a distant village silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a member of a prominent artistic family in Deventer. Her work is characterised by an observational quality, capturing both the fashions of her time and the pastoral themes that occupied the imagination of her contemporaries. The palette remains restrained, relying on muted earth tones and soft blues to create a sense of atmosphere. This print captures the original page layout, preserving the relationship between the written verse and the illustrative drawing. It is a piece that speaks to the private, intellectual, and creative habits of the Dutch Golden Age, far removed from the large-scale oil paintings intended for public display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417081844047,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417081909583,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417082007887,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417082040655,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417082106191,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Boerenpaar-van-achteren_Poster_CompositorV1_1786153291222_90ae1651-10f8-472f-9cd1-4ee7346c73fa.jpg?v=1786153869"},{"product_id":"heer-in-cape-gentleman-in-a-cape-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer in cape (Gentleman in a Cape) - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA miniature watercolour of a gentleman in a cape, taken from the personal album of Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, c. 1660.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work originates from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, a talented amateur artist and poet active in the Dutch Golden Age. The image depicts a gentleman dressed in a dark cape and wide-brimmed hat, captured in a moment of movement. The figure is rendered with precision, showing the fashion of the mid-seventeenth century, including the distinctive hose and footwear of the period. The composition is notable for its placement within a page of handwritten Dutch verse, a common practice in the personal albums or 'alba amicorum' of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, and her work often reflects the domestic and social life of the Dutch elite. Unlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her contemporaries, this piece offers an intimate look at the intersection of literature and visual art. The figure is small in scale, allowing the surrounding calligraphy to frame the subject. The artist uses a restrained palette, focusing on the dark tones of the cape to contrast with the lighter paper background. The shadow cast by the figure provides a sense of grounding, suggesting a brief pause in the subject's stride. This piece provides insight into the cultural habits of the seventeenth-century Dutch middle class, where poetry and illustration were frequently combined to express personal sentiment or social observation. The preservation of such albums allows for a clearer understanding of the private creative lives of women during this era, moving beyond the public sphere of professional art production.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417074733391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417074798927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417074897231,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417074929999,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417074995535,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-in-cape-Gentleman-in-a-Cape-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786153472663.jpg?v=1786153646"},{"product_id":"aanbidding-der-herders-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Aanbidding der herders - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour and ink illustration from the personal album of Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, depicting the Adoration of the Shepherds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the domestic and creative life of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition depicts the Adoration of the Shepherds, a traditional biblical scene, rendered with the modest, personal touch characteristic of her private sketchbooks. The upper portion of the page features elegant, flowing calligraphy in Dutch, which provides a lyrical accompaniment to the visual narrative below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the lower section, the scene unfolds within a simple, rustic structure. The figures of the Virgin Mary and the shepherds are positioned around the infant Jesus, who lies in a humble manger. To the left, cattle stand under a thatched roof, while to the right, a figure leads a donkey, adding a sense of movement and realism to the quiet event. Ter Borch employs a muted palette, using soft washes of watercolour to define the forms and create a gentle atmosphere. The line work is delicate, reflecting her skill as a draughtswoman who worked primarily for her own enjoyment and for the entertainment of her family circle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her brother, Gerard ter Borch, this piece demonstrates the intimate scale of amateur artistic practice during the Dutch Golden Age. The combination of text and image suggests a devotional purpose, perhaps intended for contemplation or as part of a family songbook. The work remains a significant example of the artistic output of women in the seventeenth century, showing how personal albums functioned as repositories for both religious reflection and creative expression. The preservation of this page allows for an appreciation of the quiet, observational style that defined much of Gesina ter Borch's surviving body of work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/apotheosis-of-hercules-giovanni-domenico-tiepolo\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eApotheosis of Hercules - Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo — Giovanni Domenico Tiepolo\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417099735375,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417099800911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417099899215,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417099931983,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417099997519,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Aanbidding-der-herders_Poster_CompositorV1_1786153800547.jpg?v=1786154149"},{"product_id":"vrouw-met-het-stoffelijk-overschot-van-haar-geliefde-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Vrouw met het stoffelijk overschot van haar geliefde - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century Dutch illustration from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, featuring a mourning figure beside a coffin with accompanying calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the private artistic pursuits of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a woman standing beside a coffin, holding a small bundle of greenery, while the surrounding page is filled with elegant, flowing calligraphy. The text, written in Dutch, provides a poetic context for the scene, exploring themes of grief and devotion that were common in the literary culture of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch, a member of a family of painters, demonstrates a refined hand in this piece. The figure of the woman is rendered with careful attention to her period dress, including the apron and skirt, while the figure in the coffin is depicted with a serene, pale quality. The contrast between the dark, solid form of the coffin and the lighter, more fluid depiction of the woman creates a clear visual narrative. The work is characteristic of the amateur yet highly skilled artistic output found in the albums of the Dutch elite, where poetry and drawing were often combined to express personal sentiment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a fine art print, this piece retains the character of the original manuscript page. The sepia-toned ink of the calligraphy complements the soft colours used for the figure, making it a piece that rewards close inspection. It is a quiet, contemplative work that captures the intersection of visual art and literature in the seventeenth century. The preservation of the original paper texture and the slight fading of the ink contribute to the historical authenticity of the print, offering a window into the domestic life and creative habits of the ter Borch household.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417138041167,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417138106703,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417138205007,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417138237775,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417138303311,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Vrouw-met-het-stoffelijk-overschot-van-haar-geliefde_Poster_CompositorV1_1786154061604.jpg?v=1786154714"},{"product_id":"heer-knielend-voor-een-jongedame-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer knielend voor een jongedame - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour and ink scene from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, depicting a gentleman in a moment of romantic courtship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the private artistic pursuits of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The scene depicts a gentleman kneeling before a young lady in an open field, a classic motif of courtship and romantic devotion common in the literature and art of the period. The figures are rendered with a light touch, characteristic of ter Borch's amateur yet highly skilled approach to watercolour and ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the figures, the page features elegant calligraphy, integrating the visual narrative with poetic text. This combination of verse and illustration was a popular pastime among the educated classes in the Netherlands, reflecting the cultural value placed on both literary and visual expression. The composition is sparse, focusing the viewer's attention on the interaction between the two figures, while the surrounding landscape is suggested through minimal, soft washes of colour. The gentleman's posture, with his hat placed on the ground, conveys a sense of humility and earnestness, while the young lady stands with a composed, gentle demeanour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, and her work often mirrors the domestic and social themes found in her brother's paintings, albeit on a more intimate scale. Her albums serve as a personal catalogue of her interests, social circle, and the prevailing fashions of the time. This print captures the quiet charm of her style, preserving the soft palette and fluid line work that define her contribution to Dutch Golden Age art. It is a piece that invites quiet contemplation, offering a window into the social rituals and artistic sensibilities of the seventeenth-century Dutch Republic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/madonna-and-child-giovanni-bellini-1\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eMadonna and Child - Giovanni Bellini — Giovanni Bellini\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417156456783,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417156522319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417156620623,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417156653391,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417156718927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-knielend-voor-een-jongedame_Poster_CompositorV1_1786154211257.jpg?v=1786155353"},{"product_id":"boerenpaar-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Boerenpaar - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1653 watercolour and ink illustration by Gesina ter Borch, featuring a peasant couple accompanied by handwritten Dutch verse from her personal album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch, dated 1653, originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the domestic and creative life of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a peasant couple rendered in watercolour and ink, positioned against a minimal ground. The male figure carries a large basket, while the female figure holds a smaller basket and a bird, likely a chicken, by its feet. Their attire is typical of the period, reflecting the modest dress of the rural working class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the figures, the page contains handwritten Dutch verse, a common feature in ter Borch's albums. These albums functioned as personal miscellanies, combining original drawings, copies of works by her brother Gerard ter Borch, and transcriptions of poetry or songs. The calligraphy is precise, demonstrating the artist's education and her engagement with the literary culture of her time. The figures themselves are depicted with a gentle, observational quality, avoiding the caricature often found in contemporary depictions of peasantry. Instead, the artist presents them with a quiet dignity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a talented amateur artist whose work remained largely within the family circle during her lifetime. Her albums are now held by the Rijksmuseum, providing historians with valuable evidence regarding the artistic practices and social interests of women in the Dutch Republic. This print captures the intersection of visual art and literature, presenting a scene that is both a study of costume and a reflection of the pastoral themes popular in seventeenth-century Dutch culture. The muted palette and clean lines reflect the aesthetic of the period, prioritising clarity and narrative over excessive ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417156981071,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417157046607,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417157144911,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417157177679,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417157243215,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Boerenpaar_Poster_CompositorV1_1786154314740.jpg?v=1786155377"},{"product_id":"heer-en-dame-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer en dame - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century watercolour and ink illustration by Gesina ter Borch, featuring a gentleman and lady alongside elegant calligraphic verse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection of drawings, poems, and transcriptions that offer a rare glimpse into the private life and cultural interests of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a gentleman and a lady, rendered in watercolour and ink, positioned at the base of a page filled with elegant, calligraphic Dutch verse. The figures are depicted in the fashionable attire of the period, with the gentleman wearing a wide-brimmed hat adorned with feathers and the lady in a structured gown, reflecting the sartorial habits of the Dutch elite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch, the sister of the painter Gerard ter Borch, was an accomplished amateur artist who documented the social rituals and romantic sentiments of her circle. Her style is characterised by a precise, observational approach to costume and gesture. The figures stand in a simple, unadorned space, allowing the viewer to focus on their interaction and the accompanying text. The calligraphy itself is a significant component of the work, demonstrating the importance of literacy and literary expression in the domestic sphere of the Dutch Golden Age. This piece functions as both a visual record of contemporary fashion and a personal expression of the artist's engagement with the poetic traditions of her time. The muted palette and fine line work are typical of her small-scale, intimate drawings, which were intended for private viewing rather than public display. By preserving these moments, Ter Borch provides a window into the social dynamics and aesthetic preferences of the mid-seventeenth-century Netherlands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/portrait-of-charles-i-of-england-anthony-van-dyck\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003ePortrait of Charles I of England - Anthony van Dyck — Anthony van Dyck\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/interior-of-the-geertekerk-in-utrecht-johannes-bosboom\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eInterior of the Geertekerk in Utrecht - Johannes Bosboom — Johannes Bosboom\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417158029647,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417158095183,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417158193487,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417158226255,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417158291791,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-en-dame_Poster_CompositorV1_1786154688397.jpg?v=1786155281"},{"product_id":"jonge-vrouw-in-bed-met-liefdespijn-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Jonge vrouw in bed met liefdespijn - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined seventeenth-century Dutch engraving depicting a young woman in a moment of quiet reflection, captured with precise line work and balanced composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis engraving, based on a composition by the Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, depicts a young woman in a contemplative state. The work is often associated with the theme of lovesickness, a common subject in seventeenth-century Dutch genre painting. The figure is shown in profile, seated within a shallow, arched architectural frame that creates a sense of intimacy and enclosure. Her posture is relaxed, and she holds a small book or letter, suggesting a moment of quiet reflection or reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technical execution of the engraving demonstrates the precision characteristic of the period. The artist employs varied hatching and cross-hatching techniques to define the folds of the woman's clothing, the texture of the fabric, and the subtle play of light across her features. The background remains dark, which pushes the figure forward and focuses the viewer's attention on her expression and the narrative elements of the scene. The inclusion of the arched frame adds a structural element that mimics the appearance of a window or a niche, a common device used by artists of the Dutch Golden Age to create depth and focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a talented artist who, along with her brother Gerard ter Borch, produced works that captured the domestic life and social nuances of the era. Her contributions to the artistic output of the family are well-documented in the family albums that have survived. This print reflects the interest in psychological states and domestic interiority that defined much of the art produced in the Netherlands during this period. The composition is balanced and restrained, avoiding unnecessary ornamentation to maintain a focus on the human subject. The print serves as a record of the original painting, translating the tonal qualities of the brushwork into the linear language of the engraver's burin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top:2rem;padding-top:1.5rem;border-top:1px solid #e5e5e5;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#888;font-weight:600;margin:0 0 0.75rem;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:0.05em;\"\u003eYou might also like\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:0.5rem;\"\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/boar-hunt-with-sea-turtle-fish-and-bird-adriaen-collaert\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eBoar Hunt, with Sea Turtle, Fish, and Bird - Adriaen Collaert — Adriaen Collaert\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/en-nz\/products\/aestas-summer-aegidius-sadeler-ii\" style=\"display:inline-block;background:#f8f9fa;border:1px solid #e5e5e5;border-radius:20px;padding:0.35rem 0.85rem;font-size:0.8rem;color:#2a555a;font-weight:500;text-decoration:none !important;background-image:none !important;\"\u003eAestas (Summer) - Aegidius Sadeler (II) — Aegidius Sadeler\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417160618319,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417160683855,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417160782159,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417160814927,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417160880463,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jonge-vrouw-in-bed-met-liefdespijn_Poster_CompositorV1_1786155087080.jpg?v=1786155353"},{"product_id":"heer-en-jongedame-in-een-omhelzing-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer en jongedame in een omhelzing - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century illustration by Gesina ter Borch, featuring a couple in an embrace alongside elegant Dutch calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the private artistic pursuits of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a small, finely rendered scene of a gentleman and a young lady locked in an embrace, positioned at the base of a page filled with elegant, flowing calligraphy. The text, written in Dutch, provides a poetic context for the visual narrative, exploring themes of courtly love and longing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch was a member of a prominent artistic family in Zwolle. Unlike many of her contemporaries who focused on large-scale oil paintings for the public market, she produced intimate works on paper. Her style is characterised by a precise, observational quality, capturing the fashion and social gestures of the period with clarity. The figures are dressed in the attire of the Dutch elite, with the gentleman wearing a sword and the lady in a full skirt, reflecting the social codes of the era. The use of watercolour allows for subtle shading on the clothing, providing a sense of volume despite the small scale of the figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece functions as both a visual illustration and a literary record. It demonstrates the intersection of amateur poetry and visual art within the domestic sphere of the Dutch Golden Age. The inclusion of the handwritten verses suggests that the image was intended to be viewed in conjunction with the text, creating a unified experience of reading and looking. The work remains a significant example of the personal albums kept by educated women of the time, documenting their interests in literature, music, and drawing. By preserving these scenes, Ter Borch provides a window into the private life and cultural habits of the Dutch middle and upper classes during the mid-seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417163960655,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417164026191,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417164124495,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417164157263,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417164222799,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Heer-en-jongedame-in-een-omhelzing_Poster_CompositorV1_1786155214767.jpg?v=1786155390"},{"product_id":"herder-knielend-voor-een-herderin-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Herder knielend voor een herderin - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate pastoral illustration by Gesina ter Borch, featuring a shepherd and shepherdess accompanied by handwritten Dutch verse from her personal album.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work by Gesina ter Borch originates from her personal album, a collection that offers a rare glimpse into the private artistic life of a seventeenth-century Dutch woman. The composition features a pastoral scene rendered in watercolour and ink, depicting a shepherd kneeling before a shepherdess in a quiet, open field. The figures are positioned with a gentle formality, reflecting the conventions of contemporary amorous poetry and theatre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the illustration, the page contains handwritten verses in Dutch, which provide the narrative context for the image. The text and the visual elements are integrated, a common practice in the personal albums of the period. Ter Borch uses a light, restrained palette, focusing on soft greens, earthy browns, and muted reds to define the figures and the surrounding environment. The tree on the right provides a vertical anchor for the composition, while the distant, hazy horizon suggests a sense of space without overwhelming the primary subjects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a talented amateur artist from a family of painters, including her brother Gerard ter Borch. Her work often captures the social customs and romantic ideals of her time. This piece is particularly notable for its preservation of both the literary and visual culture of the Dutch Golden Age. The fine lines of the ink work demonstrate her technical skill, while the overall composition maintains a sense of intimacy and charm. It is a quiet example of how domestic art functioned as a medium for personal expression and cultural engagement during the seventeenth century.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417168220495,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417168286031,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417168384335,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417168417103,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417168482639,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Herder-knielend-voor-een-herderin_Poster_CompositorV1_1786155634253.jpg?v=1786155739"},{"product_id":"heer-die-een-bal-gooit-en-een-dame-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer die een bal gooit en een dame - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century illustration by Gesina ter Borch, featuring a gentleman throwing a ball to a lady, accompanied by elegant Dutch calligraphy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work originates from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, a Dutch artist active during the seventeenth century. The page features a combination of calligraphic poetry and a small, hand-coloured illustration. The scene depicts a gentleman in period attire, captured in the motion of throwing a ball, while a lady stands to the left, observing the action. The figures are rendered with a delicate touch, typical of the amateur yet highly skilled artistic output found in the private albums of the Dutch elite during this period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe text accompanying the figures is written in a refined, flowing hand, characteristic of the period's penmanship. It serves as a narrative component to the visual scene, linking the act of play to the themes of courtship and social interaction often explored in Dutch genre art. The composition is sparse, placing the figures against a plain background to focus attention on their interaction and the specific gesture of the ball toss. The palette is restrained, relying on soft washes of colour to define the clothing and the ground, while the ink lines provide the necessary structure for the figures and the surrounding verses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a member of a prominent artistic family in Zwolle. Her work provides a unique window into the domestic and social life of the Dutch middle class. Unlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her brother, Gerard ter Borch, her drawings and album pages offer a more intimate, personal perspective on the culture of the time. This print captures the charm of her illustrative style, where literature and visual art merge to create a cohesive narrative experience. 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The page combines calligraphic poetry with a small, hand-painted scene. The text, written in a precise, flowing hand, recounts the sorrow of a figure named Coridon, who laments his unrequited affection. The poem is structured in five stanzas, each detailing the emotional state of the protagonist as he wanders through the day and night.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the lower right corner, a small watercolour illustration depicts the subject of the poem. A man sits beneath a tree, his posture slumped in a gesture of dejection. He wears the attire typical of the period, including a wide-brimmed hat and breeches. The artist uses a restrained palette of greens, browns, and muted tones to render the figure and the grassy mound upon which he rests. The tree provides a sense of scale and isolation, reinforcing the theme of solitary contemplation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a member of a prominent artistic family in Zwolle. Her albums, often referred to as 'poëziealbums', functioned as private collections of verses, songs, and drawings. These books offer a glimpse into the social and cultural life of the Dutch elite during the mid-seventeenth century. The integration of text and image here demonstrates the artist's ability to synthesise literary themes with visual storytelling. The delicate line work and the careful application of colour reflect the amateur yet highly skilled nature of her practice. This print captures the quiet, introspective quality of the original manuscript, preserving the relationship between the written word and the illustrative accompaniment. It serves as a record of the personal artistic pursuits that occupied the domestic spaces of the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gesina ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417184932175,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417184997711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417185096015,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58417185128783,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58417185194319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Melancholische-aanbidder-Melancholic-Admirer-_Poster_CompositorV1_1786155884335.jpg?v=1786156075"},{"product_id":"heer-en-cupido-gesina-ter-borch","title":"Heer en Cupido - Gesina ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate seventeenth-century Dutch illustration featuring calligraphic poetry alongside a miniature painting of a gentleman and Cupid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis delicate work originates from the personal album of Gesina ter Borch, a Dutch artist active during the seventeenth century. The page features a combination of calligraphic poetry and small, hand-painted illustrations. The text, written in a flowing script, explores themes of unrequited love and social standing, common motifs in the literary culture of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo the right of the verses, a small figure of Cupid is depicted in flight, aiming his bow. Below him stands a gentleman, rendered with careful attention to the fashion of the era. He wears a wide-brimmed hat adorned with a feather, a doublet, and breeches, leaning on a walking stick. The figure is small in scale, typical of the marginalia found in personal albums or 'poëziealbums' of the Dutch Golden Age. The artist uses a restrained palette, allowing the fine ink lines to define the form and character of the subject.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a member of a prominent artistic family in Deventer. Her work provides a window into the private life and intellectual pursuits of a woman in the seventeenth-century Netherlands. Unlike the large-scale oil paintings produced by her brother, Gerard ter Borch, her output often consisted of these intimate, paper-based compositions. This piece demonstrates her skill in both penmanship and miniature painting, capturing a moment of quiet reflection on the nature of affection and status. 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The page combines calligraphic verse with a small, hand-painted illustration. The text recounts a narrative involving a baker and a cat, written in a formal, elegant script that occupies the majority of the page. The illustration, positioned in the lower right corner, depicts a figure in period attire holding a cat towards the opening of an oven. The style is characteristic of the intimate, domestic nature of ter Borch's personal sketchbooks, which often blended literary interests with visual storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGesina ter Borch was a member of a prominent artistic family in Zwolle. Her albums provide a window into the cultural life of the Dutch Golden Age, reflecting the pastimes and literary tastes of the period. The drawing is executed with a delicate hand, using muted tones that complement the ink-based text. The composition is sparse, prioritising the relationship between the written word and the visual narrative. The figure of the baker is rendered with simple, clear lines, typical of the illustrative traditions found in seventeenth-century Dutch manuscripts. This print captures the unique character of ter Borch's work, offering a glimpse into the private artistic practices of a woman who was both a collector and a creator of her own visual anthologies. 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