De opstanding van Christus 1613 - 1615

This is Gerard ter Borch the Elder's "The Resurrection of Christ", made using pen in brown, brush in gray and black ink on paper. The composition is striking. Borch uses dynamic, swirling lines to depict the chaos and awe of the resurrection. Figures are crammed into the lower half of the picture, in dramatic poses with exaggerated expressions, creating a sense of turmoil. Above them, Christ rises ethereally, depicted with softer lines that contrast with the angular, sharp strokes of the soldiers below. This juxtaposition underscores the divine breaking through the earthly. Here, Borch isn't just illustrating a biblical event; he's exploring the very nature of transcendence. The use of stark tonal contrasts enhances the dramatic impact, drawing our eye upwards towards the light. Note how Borch uses line and tone to destabilize the conventional representation of space and form, challenging us to think about the unseen forces at play in this pivotal moment.