Herder en herderin in gesprek c. 1654

"Herder en herderin in gesprek" (Shepherd and Shepherdess in Conversation) is a watercolor painting created in c. 1654 by Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch (1633-1690). The artwork, now located in the Rijksmuseum, depicts a shepherd and a shepherdess engaged in conversation against a backdrop of a rural landscape. Ter Borch was known for her skill in portraying figures and capturing intimate moments. The scene, with its simple composition and delicate brushstrokes, evokes a sense of tranquility and pastoral charm. This artwork is a prime example of Ter Borch's ability to convey emotion through her exquisite details and evocative depiction of rural life.