De doop van Christus c. 1617 - 1623

"De doop van Christus" (The Baptism of Christ), a drawing by Gerard ter Borch, depicts the biblical scene of John the Baptist baptizing Jesus in the River Jordan. The drawing, created between 1617-1623, is housed in the Rijksmuseum and exemplifies the artist's early style, characterized by delicate lines and subtle shading. The composition, dominated by the figure of John the Baptist kneeling in the water, is set against a simple landscape background, creating a sense of calm and contemplation.