Gallant Conversation, Known as 'The Paternal Admonition' — Gerard ter Borch

Gerard ter Borch. Painted c. 1654.

The standing woman is receiving two guests. The man seems to have just arrived, as he still holds his hat in his hand. Ter Borch excelled in accurately rendering fabrics, such as the satin dress. Furthermore, he favoured ambiguous scenes, whereby the sentiments of his figures are difficult to determine. Here, too, the reason behind the gathering remains enigmatic.

From the collection of the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam. Currently on display in Painting, Main building, 17th Century.

canvas, oil paint (paint) · Original size: 87 × 85 cm

Print: 87 × 85 cm, printed on Hahnemühle FineArt archival cotton paper. Museum-grade reproduction quality, true to the colours and detail of the original work.

Frame (optional): a custom-made wooden frame in a matte black finish, cut to the exact dimensions of this print, with an off-white passe-partout mat and protective glazing. Ready to hang.

Source: https://id.rijksmuseum.nl/200108277. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.