Officier die afscheid neemt van een dame c. 1654

"Officier die afscheid neemt van een dame" (c. 1654) by Gesina ter Borch is a watercolor painting that depicts a poignant scene of farewell. A young officer, dressed in a formal uniform, bids farewell to a woman, likely his beloved. They stand in a grassy meadow with a group of soldiers in the background, signifying his departure for duty. Ter Borch, known for her intimate portraits and skillful use of color, captures the emotional complexity of the moment, highlighting the tender embrace of farewell in this small-scale artwork.