Heer in cape 1653

aged paper

toned paper

personal sketchbook

coloured pencil

ink colored

sketchbook drawing

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

watercolor

"Heer in cape" is a small drawing by Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, dated 1653 and currently on display at the Rijksmuseum. This drawing features a single figure, a man dressed in a long, dark cloak, walking to the right. The figure is depicted in a simple yet elegant manner, the use of shading and detail highlighting the texture of the cloak and the intricate details of the man's clothing. The composition is simple and direct, drawing the viewer's eye to the figure and its subtle movement. This work offers insight into ter Borch's artistic style, known for its attention to detail and the depiction of everyday life.