Portrait of a Man 1640 - 1681

Gerard ter Borch's "Portrait of a Man" is a small oil painting depicting a man in a dark suit against a gray background. The painting, housed in the Rijksmuseum, is characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age and showcases ter Borch's skill in capturing the subtle nuances of light and shadow, which gives a sense of realism to the portrait. The painting features a simple composition within an oval frame, highlighting the subject's facial expressions and clothing details.