Portrait of Helena van der Schalcke (1646-71). Daughter of Gerard van der Schalcke en Johanna Bardoel and the future Wife of Nicolaes Eichelberg — Gerard ter Borch

Gerard ter Borch. Painted c. 1648.

Helena van der Schalck, a merchant's daughter was no more than three years old when she was portrayed here. Her silk dress adorned with bows and her straw purse resemble adult attire. However, just visible on her back is a bit of her walking reins, used to keep children safe. The red carnation in her hand symbolizes hope for eternal life. Sadly, Helena died at the age of 24.

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

oil paint (paint), panel · Original size: 28.5 × 34 cm · Purchased with the support of the Vereniging Rembrandt

Print: 28.5 × 34 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/200108271. Image released under CC0 by the Rijksmuseum.