Herder staand naast een schaap c. 1654 - 1655

"Herder staand naast een schaap" is a drawing by Gesina ter Borch, created between 1654 and 1655. The artwork depicts a shepherd standing next to a sheep, drawn with delicate, loose lines. The shepherd holds a staff in one hand and a hat in the other, his head turned to the side. The composition is simple and focused, highlighting the figure of the shepherd and the sheep. The drawing is a testament to ter Borch’s talent for capturing movement and capturing everyday scenes with grace and precision. The work, now located in the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into ter Borch’s artistic style and her keen observation of rural life.