Drinklied c. 1658

"Drinklied" (c. 1658) is a drawing by Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch. This small, delicate work, measuring just 313 mm by 204 mm, is currently housed in the Rijksmuseum. The artwork consists of a single swirling spiral, likely a study of a form or a preparatory sketch for a larger work. Ter Borch, renowned for her portraits and genre scenes, likely made this drawing during her time in the Dutch Golden Age, an era characterized by meticulous detail and naturalistic depictions. This study provides a glimpse into the artist's creative process.