Buste van een oude vrouw, naar links 1620s

"Buste van een oude vrouw, naar links" is a small-scale drawing by Dutch Golden Age artist Gerard ter Borch, created in the 1620s. The drawing, located at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, depicts the bust of an older woman in profile, likely a study for a larger composition. The delicate lines capture the woman’s weathered face, with emphasis on wrinkles and detail in the folds of her clothing. The composition is simple, allowing the viewer to focus on the individual, a characteristic of Ter Borch's work. The drawing is a valuable example of Ter Borch's skill in capturing realistic portraiture and his use of line to convey detail and emotion.