Mannen op een veranda c. 1656

"Mannen op een veranda" is a pen-and-ink drawing by Moses ter Borch, created around 1656. This small sketch, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts four figures on a porch, likely a scene of everyday life in 17th-century Netherlands. The delicate lines and hatching used by ter Borch bring life to the figures and their simple interaction, giving a glimpse into Dutch social life. The work showcases the artist's talent for capturing fleeting moments and details of daily routine, characteristic of Dutch genre painting.