{"title":"Gerard Ter Borch","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"portrait-of-a-seated-man-gerard-ter-borch-the-younger","title":"Portrait of a Seated Man - Gerard ter Borch the Younger","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined portrait by Gerard ter Borch the Younger, capturing a gentleman with characteristic Dutch Golden Age restraint and technical precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis portrait by Gerard ter Borch the Younger captures a gentleman in a moment of quiet composure. Ter Borch, a master of the Dutch Golden Age, is recognised for his ability to render the textures of clothing and the subtle nuances of human expression. The subject is depicted in a dark, sober ensemble, typical of the period, featuring a crisp white collar and cuffs that provide a stark contrast to the deep tones of his coat. His posture is relaxed, with one hand resting on a table beside a hat, a common compositional device in seventeenth-century portraiture to suggest a natural, unposed atmosphere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lighting in this work is restrained, focusing attention on the sitter's face and hands. Ter Borch employs a muted palette, allowing the focus to remain on the character of the individual rather than decorative excess. The background is kept simple, ensuring the figure remains the primary subject. This approach reflects the artist's preference for psychological depth over grandiosity. The brushwork is precise, particularly in the handling of the fabric and the soft features of the sitter's face, demonstrating the technical skill that defined his career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch was active in Deventer and travelled extensively across Europe, which informed his refined approach to portraiture. His works often feature members of the Dutch merchant class, capturing their status through understated elegance rather than overt displays of wealth. This portrait is a representative example of his mature style, where the balance between light and shadow creates a sense of volume and presence. The composition is stable and harmonious, inviting the viewer to observe the sitter with a sense of intimacy. It is a fine example of the observational quality that characterises Dutch portraiture from this 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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" 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;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gerard ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794666688847,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794697720143,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58794697752911,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58794697785679,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58794697818447,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58794697851215,"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":58794697883983,"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":58794697916751,"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":58794697949519,"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":58794697982287,"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":58794698015055,"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":58794698047823,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-a-Seated-Man_Poster_CompositorV1_1789546772442.jpg?v=1789548214"},{"product_id":"portrait-of-a-woman-gerard-ter-borch","title":"Portrait of a Woman - Gerard ter Borch","description":"\u003cp\u003eA refined portrait by Dutch Golden Age master Gerard ter Borch, featuring a woman in a black gown with silver accents, set against a muted interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGerard ter Borch, a master of the Dutch Golden Age, is recognised for his ability to capture the texture of fabrics and the quiet dignity of his subjects. This portrait displays his characteristic attention to detail, particularly in the rendering of the sitter's attire. The woman is depicted in a formal standing pose, wearing a black gown with a silver underskirt, a combination that allows the artist to demonstrate his skill in painting light as it reflects off different materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition is balanced and restrained, typical of the mid-seventeenth-century Dutch portrait tradition. The subject stands between a table draped in a red cloth and a matching red chair, providing a colour contrast against the muted, dark background. Her expression is composed, and her posture suggests a sense of decorum. Ter Borch avoids excessive ornamentation, focusing instead on the subtle play of light across the folds of the fabric and the delicate lace at the collar and cuffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTer Borch was known for his small-scale genre scenes and portraits, often depicting members of the Dutch elite. His work is noted for its technical precision and the psychological presence of his sitters. By placing the figure in a simple, domestic interior, he directs the viewer's attention to the individual rather than the setting. This piece is a representative example of his mature style, where the focus remains on the interplay between the figure and the surrounding space. The use of a limited palette, punctuated by the bold red of the furniture, creates a sense of harmony and order. This print captures the nuances of the original oil painting, preserving the tonal shifts and the fine brushwork that define Ter Borch's contribution to European portraiture.\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=\"\/de\/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=\"\/de\/products\/pastoral-landscape-with-the-ponte-molle-claude-lorrain\" 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;\"\u003ePastoral Landscape with the Ponte Molle - Claude Lorrain — Claude Lorrain\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Gerard ter Borch","offers":[{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ -","offer_id":58795646386511,"sku":null,"price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A3 (29.7 x 42  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58795650613583,"sku":null,"price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Poster \/ A2 (42 x 59.4  cm) \/ -","offer_id":58795650646351,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Black frame","offer_id":58795650679119,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Wood frame","offer_id":58795650711887,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine Art Framed \/ A4 (21x29.7 cm) \/ Dark wood frame","offer_id":58795650744655,"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":58795650777423,"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":58795650810191,"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":58795650842959,"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":58795650875727,"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":58795650908495,"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":58795650941263,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0833\/9292\/1935\/files\/Portrait-of-a-Woman_Poster_CompositorV1_1789557959214.jpg?v=1789558272"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.solisprints.co.uk\/de\/collections\/gerard-ter-borch.oembed","provider":"Solis Prints","version":"1.0","type":"link"}