Touwtjespringende jongen Possibly 1648

"Touwtjespringende jongen" (Boy Jumping Rope) is a drawing by Dutch Golden Age painter Harmen ter Borch, dated 1649. The drawing depicts a young boy in motion, captured in the midst of jumping rope. Ter Borch's meticulous attention to detail and the dynamic composition capture the energy and spontaneity of the moment. This artwork provides a glimpse into the everyday life and activities of children during the 17th century in the Netherlands, making it an interesting example of genre painting. The drawing, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases Ter Borch's talent beyond his famous portraiture.