Smiling Self-portrait, from the Side 1661
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Moses ter Borch's "Smiling Self-portrait, from the Side" is a charcoal drawing from 1661, a year before his death. This intimate work, on display at the Rijksmuseum, captures the artist's youthful charm, his smile beaming out from the page. The drawing's delicate lines and subtle shading bring the subject to life, demonstrating ter Borch's skill as a portraitist. This piece allows us to see the artist's self-perception as a young man, offering a glimpse into his artistic journey.
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Moses ter Borch was one of the few artists in the second half of the 17th century who, inspired by Rembrandt’s self-portraits, frequently studied his own face. The young artist recorded himself with different expressions in these three studies. Thus he is not looking out at us, but rather examining his reflection in a mirror.
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