Aanlegsteiger c. 1634

Gerard ter Borch's "Aanlegsteiger" (c. 1634) is a simple yet evocative drawing of a wooden jetty stretching out into a shallow body of water. The artist, known for his detailed portraits and genre scenes, captures the serene landscape with delicate strokes of pen and ink. The composition's focus on the modest structure and the vast open sky evokes a sense of tranquility and solitude, characteristic of Dutch landscape art. "Aanlegsteiger" is a testament to ter Borch's ability to find beauty in the everyday, highlighting the quiet moments and subtle details of the natural world. The drawing is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, offering a glimpse into the artistic practice of a prominent Dutch Golden Age painter.