De melkmeid 1669

"De melkmeid" (1669) by Gesina ter Borch depicts a milkmaid carrying two pails on a yoke. The watercolor painting is part of a series of charming illustrations showcasing everyday life in the Netherlands. The milkmaid is shown walking away from the viewer, her figure silhouetted against a picturesque landscape with a small pond, willow trees, and a distant village. This scene exemplifies ter Borch's talent for capturing the essence of simple rural life, emphasizing the daily tasks and beauty of the Dutch countryside.