{"title":"Harmen Ter Borch","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"jongen-met-een-mand-aan-zijn-arm-harmen-ter-borch","title":"Jongen met een mand aan zijn arm - Harmen ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA delicate ink sketch by Harmen ter Borch depicting a young boy carrying a basket, rendered with the fluid, observational style of the Dutch Golden Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis ink sketch by Harmen ter Borch captures a young boy viewed from behind, carrying a basket on his arm. The work is characteristic of the informal, observational drawings produced by the Ter Borch family in Zwolle. Harmen, the younger half-brother of the famous genre painter Gerard ter Borch, demonstrated a keen eye for the everyday figures that populated his immediate surroundings. His style is marked by economy of line and a direct approach to capturing form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drawing is executed with confident, fluid strokes that define the boy's posture and the volume of his clothing. The artist uses a simple ink wash to suggest shadow and depth, particularly around the basket and the lower garments. The figure is depicted in a moment of stillness, yet the loose handling of the pen gives the image a sense of immediacy. Such sketches were often kept in family albums, serving as studies of costume or posture that could be referenced for larger compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a member of a family of artists, Harmen ter Borch was immersed in the artistic traditions of the Dutch Golden Age. His work reflects the period's interest in genre subjects, focusing on the mundane activities of ordinary people. The paper shows signs of age, including a slight discolouration and a numbered mark in the upper corner, which suggests it was once part of a larger collection or sketchbook. This print offers a glimpse into the private practice of a young artist whose career was cut short by his early death. It is a quiet, unassuming piece that documents the observational habits of a seventeenth-century Dutch draughtsman.\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=\"\/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=\"\/products\/the-village-grocer-gerrit-dou\" 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;\"\u003eThe Village Grocer - Gerrit Dou — Gerrit Dou\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Harmen ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579081462095,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579092963663,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579092996431,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58579093029199,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579093061967,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58579093094735,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58579093127503,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579093160271,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58579093193039,"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":58579093225807,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579093258575,"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":58579093291343,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Jongen-met-een-mand-aan-zijn-arm_Poster_CompositorV1_1787833480061.jpg?v=1787833982"},{"product_id":"lijst-met-kleursymbolen-harmen-ter-borch","title":"Lijst met kleursymbolen - Harmen ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seventeenth-century Dutch manuscript page by Harmen ter Borch, detailing the symbolic meanings of colours through elegant calligraphy and hand-painted hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manuscript page by Harmen ter Borch, a member of the notable Ter Borch family of artists from Zwolle, provides a fascinating look into seventeenth-century semiotics. The work functions as a guide to colour symbolism, pairing small, hand-painted hearts with elegant, flowing Dutch calligraphy. Each entry assigns a specific emotional or moral quality to a hue, reflecting the period's interest in emblems and the hidden meanings behind visual motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe artist employs a delicate hand, using iron gall ink for the script and modest washes of watercolour for the heart icons. The composition is structured as a vertical list, prioritising clarity and order. The script exhibits the characteristic flourishes of the era, demonstrating the artist's training in penmanship and draftsmanship. This document is not merely a decorative exercise, but a record of the cultural associations prevalent in the Dutch Republic, where colours were frequently used to communicate complex sentiments in art and literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a piece of historical ephemera, the work captures the intersection of personal study and formal artistic practice. The paper shows the natural ageing of centuries, with subtle discolouration that adds to its character. The minimalist layout allows the viewer to focus on the relationship between the written word and the symbolic colour, making it an ideal choice for those interested in the history of graphic design, linguistics, or the visual culture of the seventeenth century. It offers a quiet, intellectual aesthetic that complements a study or a library space.\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=\"\/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=\"\/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":"Harmen ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579140706639,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579179176271,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579179209039,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58579179241807,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579179274575,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58579179307343,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58579179340111,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579179372879,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58579179405647,"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":58579179438415,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579179471183,"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":58579179503951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Lijst-met-kleursymbolen_Poster_CompositorV1_1787834243132.jpg?v=1787834542"},{"product_id":"tobias-and-the-angel-harmen-ter-borch","title":"Tobias and the Angel - Harmen ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA 1651 ink and wash drawing by Harmen ter Borch depicting the biblical journey of Tobias and the Archangel Raphael.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drawing by Harmen ter Borch, dated 21 November 1651, depicts the biblical narrative of Tobias and the Archangel Raphael. The artist, a member of the notable Ter Borch family of painters from Zwolle, produced this work during his youth. The composition is sparse, focusing on the two figures walking across a barren landscape, accompanied by a small dog that trots ahead. The angel, positioned on the right, gestures towards the horizon, guiding the young Tobias, who follows with a staff and a fish, the latter being a traditional attribute of the story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe technique employs pen and brown ink with grey wash to define the forms and create subtle shadows. The lines are fluid and direct, reflecting the artist's training within the family studio. The inscription at the top, written by the artist, confirms the date and his role as the inventor of the composition. The work is characteristic of seventeenth-century Dutch sketches, where the focus remains on the clarity of the narrative rather than elaborate background detail. The figures are rendered with a sense of movement, their drapery suggested through simple, effective strokes of wash. This piece offers a glimpse into the early development of a draughtsman who grew up surrounded by the artistic traditions of the Dutch Golden Age. The simplicity of the scene allows the viewer to focus on the interaction between the divine guide and the mortal traveller, a common theme in European art of the period.\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=\"\/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=\"\/products\/holy-family-lucas-vorsterman-i\" 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;\"\u003eHoly Family - Lucas Vorsterman I — Lucas Vorsterman the Elder\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Harmen ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579242287439,"sku":null,"price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579247333711,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579247366479,"sku":null,"price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58579247399247,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579247432015,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Small Square (30x30 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58579247464783,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58579247497551,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579247530319,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Medium Square (40x40 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58579247563087,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58579247595855,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579247628623,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ Large Square (50x50 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58579247661391,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Tobias-and-the-Angel_Poster_CompositorV1_1787834740780.jpg?v=1787835295"},{"product_id":"man-leunend-op-een-stok-terwijl-hij-naar-rechts-loopt-van-achteren-harmen-ter-borch","title":"Man leunend op een stok terwijl hij naar rechts loopt, van achteren - Harmen ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA study of a man walking with a stick, captured in pen and ink by Dutch Golden Age artist Harmen ter Borch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sketch by Harmen ter Borch captures a solitary figure in motion, rendered with the economy of line characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age. The subject, seen from behind, leans heavily upon a walking stick, his posture suggesting a steady, deliberate pace. Ter Borch employs a fluid, calligraphic ink line to define the silhouette of the man, using minimal hatching to suggest the folds of his clothing and the weight of his form against the blank paper. The composition is sparse, focusing entirely on the physical action of the walker rather than a surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarmen ter Borch, the younger half-brother of the more famous Gerard ter Borch, produced a significant body of drawings that offer a glimpse into the daily life and types of the seventeenth-century Netherlands. His work often prioritises observation over elaborate finish. This particular study demonstrates his ability to convey character and movement through simple, gestural strokes. The figure wears a wide-brimmed hat and simple breeches, attire typical of the period for those engaged in manual labour or travel. The lack of background detail directs the viewer's attention to the rhythm of the stride and the balance maintained by the staff.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a piece of historical documentation, the drawing provides insight into the sketching practices of the era, where artists frequently recorded figures from life to populate larger compositions or to refine their understanding of anatomy and movement. The paper retains its original character, with the ink lines remaining clear and expressive. This print offers a direct reproduction of the original drawing, preserving the texture of the ink and the subtle variations in line weight that define the artist's hand. It is a study of human movement, captured with precision and restraint.\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=\"\/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=\"\/products\/farmhouses-among-trees-vincent-van-gogh\" 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;\"\u003eFarmhouses Among Trees - Vincent van Gogh — Vincent van Gogh\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Harmen ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579801014607,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579812876623,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58579812909391,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58579812942159,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579812974927,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58579813007695,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58579813040463,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579813073231,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58579813105999,"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":58579813138767,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58579813171535,"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":58579813204303,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Man-leunend-op-een-stok-terwijl-hij-naar-rechts-loopt-van-achteren_Poster_CompositorV1_1787838379378.jpg?v=1787838614"},{"product_id":"drie-staande-figuren-de-voorste-draagt-emmers-harmen-ter-borch","title":"Drie staande figuren, de voorste draagt emmers - Harmen ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA seventeenth-century Dutch genre sketch by Harmen ter Borch, depicting figures in daily activity with simple, expressive ink lines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis sketch by Harmen ter Borch captures a moment of daily life in the seventeenth-century Netherlands. The composition focuses on three figures, with the primary subject positioned in the foreground carrying two buckets. The artist employs a direct, economical line to define the forms, prioritising the silhouette and the posture of the individuals over elaborate detail. The work reflects the observational habits of the Ter Borch family, who frequently documented the people and activities within their immediate environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarmen ter Borch, the younger half-brother of the painter Gerard ter Borch, produced a significant number of drawings that offer a glimpse into the social fabric of his time. His approach to drawing is characterised by a lack of pretension, often using simple ink strokes to convey movement and weight. The figure carrying the buckets is rendered with a sense of purpose, the weight of the vessels pulling slightly on the shoulders, a detail captured with minimal effort. The background figures remain secondary, providing context to the scene without distracting from the main action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a museum-grade fine art print, this reproduction maintains the texture of the original paper and the specific quality of the ink lines. It is a study in the efficiency of the Dutch drawing tradition, where the artist relies on the viewer to complete the narrative through the suggestion of form. The work is devoid of unnecessary ornamentation, focusing instead on the reality of the subject matter. This print is suitable for those who appreciate the historical documentation of ordinary life and the technical skill required to capture human movement with such brevity.\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=\"\/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=\"\/products\/dorpsgezicht-met-vrouw-met-kruiwagen-jan-van-essen\" 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;\"\u003eDorpsgezicht met vrouw met kruiwagen - Jan van Essen — Jan van Essen\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Harmen ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58580542882127,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58580552712527,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58580552745295,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58580552778063,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58580552810831,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58580552843599,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58580552876367,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58580552909135,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58580552941903,"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":58580552974671,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58580553007439,"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":58580553040207,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Drie-staande-figuren-de-voorste-draagt-emmers_Poster_CompositorV1_1787840251430.jpg?v=1787840595"},{"product_id":"twee-vrouwen-duwen-een-slede-met-twee-kinderen-harmen-ter-borch","title":"Twee vrouwen duwen een slede met twee kinderen - Harmen ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA candid ink and wash sketch by Harmen ter Borch depicting two women pushing a sledge with children, capturing a quiet moment of Dutch daily life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drawing by Harmen ter Borch captures a fleeting moment of daily life in the Dutch Republic. The scene depicts two women pushing a small sledge, which carries two children. Ter Borch, a member of the notable Ter Borch family of artists from Zwolle, often produced sketches that functioned as private observations of his immediate surroundings. His approach to the medium relies on quick, economical pen strokes combined with light washes to suggest volume and movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is informal, lacking the rigid structure of formal portraiture or historical painting. Instead, it offers a glimpse into the domestic and social activities of the seventeenth century. The figures are rendered with a sense of spontaneity, typical of the sketches found in the family albums of the Ter Borch household. These works were rarely intended for public display, which explains their intimate scale and the lack of elaborate finish. The artist focuses on the interaction between the figures and the physical effort of pushing the sledge across the snow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically, the work demonstrates the artist's ability to define form through minimal means. The ink lines provide the necessary contours for the clothing and the sledge, while the wash creates depth and shadow. This drawing provides insight into the artistic practices of the period, where sketching served as a primary method for recording the world. It remains a quiet example of the genre tradition, documenting the simple realities of winter life in the Netherlands. The paper shows signs of age, which adds to the historical character of the piece, preserving the original intent of the artist's hand.\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=\"\/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=\"\/products\/the-smithy-of-culemborg-in-the-winter-cornelis-springer\" 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;\"\u003eThe Smithy of Culemborg in the Winter - Cornelis Springer — Cornelis Springer\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Harmen ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58580856471887,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58580867580239,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58580867613007,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58580867645775,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58580867678543,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58580867711311,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58580867744079,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58580867776847,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58580867809615,"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":58580867842383,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58580867875151,"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":58580867907919,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Twee-vrouwen-duwen-een-slede-met-twee-kinderen_Poster_CompositorV1_1787842154079.jpg?v=1787842431"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/collections\/harmen-ter-borch.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}