Woman in Peasant Costume — History & Facts
Ter Borch probably depicted his half-sister Gesina ter Borch here. She, too, was an artist, and frequently modelled for him. In the 17th century, her appearance, with her gathered plaits and a red hairband, would immediately identify her as an unmarried country girl.
She is holding a printed sheet of paper, from which she briefly glances up.
More Artworks by Gerard ter Borch (II)
Ratification of the Peace of Münster between Spain and the Dutch Republic in the Town Hall of Münster, 15 May 1648
Gerard ter Borch (II)
Woman at a Mirror
Gerard ter Borch (II)
Gallant Conversation, Known as ‘The Paternal Admonition’
Gerard ter Borch (II)
Helena van der Schalcke
Gerard ter Borch (II)
Memorial Portrait of Moses ter Borch
Gerard ter Borch (II)
