Jongedame naast drie vanitasteksten c. 1648

This drawing, "Jongedame naast drie vanitasteksten," is a work by Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, created in 1648. It shows a young woman, elegantly dressed in a layered gown, standing beside three verses written in Dutch. The text reflects the themes of vanity and the fleeting nature of life, common in vanitas paintings, which often include symbols of mortality alongside opulent objects. The drawing, which is part of the Rijksmuseum's collection, is a fine example of ter Borch's talent for capturing both the detail of clothing and the emotion in her subjects' expressions. The piece offers a glimpse into the artistic and intellectual life of a Dutch artist in the 17th century.