Aforisme over vriendschap by Gesina ter Borch

Aforisme over vriendschap 1649

aged paper

toned paper

ink paper printed

hand drawn type

personal sketchbook

sketchbook drawing

watercolour bleed

watercolour illustration

sketchbook art

watercolor

"Aforisme over vriendschap" (Aphorism on Friendship) is a delicate pen-and-ink drawing on paper by Dutch artist Gesina ter Borch, created in 1649. The artwork features intricate swirling lines and a short inscription. Ter Borch, known for her portraiture and genre scenes, here displays her skill in fine calligraphy and decorative design. This small piece, now housed in the Rijksmuseum, showcases the artist's talent beyond her more famous paintings.