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Framed Print : Woman (Aeltien?) standing next to death in St Michael's Church, Zwolle, c.1671. Creator: Gesina ter Borch
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Woman (Aeltien?) standing next to death in St Michael's Church, Zwolle, c.1671. Creator: Gesina ter Borch
Woman (Aeltien?) standing next to death in St Michael's Church, Zwolle, c.1671. Woman standing in the choir of the Sint-Michaelskerk, possibly the artist's sister Aleida or Aeltien ter Borch. In the foreground is an open grave next to a tombstone with the coat of arms of the Ter Borchs and Condewijn families. The tombstone reads: A.T B.OBIT, 1671.23 Octob
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18"x14" Modern Frame
Experience the haunting beauty and poignant symbolism of Gesina ter Borch's masterpiece, "Woman (Aeltien?) standing next to Death in St Michael's Church, Zwolle, c.1671." This exquisite framed print captures the moment as the artist's sister, Aleida or Aeltien ter Borch, stands next to the personification of Death in the choir of St Michael's Church in Zwolle. The intricate details of the church's architecture and the somber expressions of the figures create an unforgettable tableau. Bring this thought-provoking artwork into your home and add a touch of history and mystery to your décor with our high-quality framed prints from Media Storehouse.
16x12 Print in an MDF Wooden Frame with 180 gsm Satin Finish Paper. Glazed using shatter proof thin plexiglass. Frame thickness is 1 inch and depth 0.75 inch. Fluted cardboard backing held with clips. Supplied ready to hang with sawtooth hanger and rubber bumpers. Spot clean with a damp cloth. Packaged foam wrapped in a card.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 40.6cm x 35.6cm (16" x 14")
Estimated Product Size is 45.7cm x 35.6cm (18" x 14")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This evocative chalk drawing by Gesina ter Borch, titled "Woman (Aeltien?) standing next to Death in St Michael's Church, Zwolle, c.1671," captures a poignant moment of contemplation and mortality. The image depicts a woman, believed to be the artist's sister Aleida or Aeltien ter Borch, standing in the choir of St Michael's Church in Zwolle, Netherlands. In the foreground, an open grave and a tombstone bearing the coat of arms of the Ter Borchs and Condewijn families are visible. The tombstone inscription reads "A.T B.OBIT, 1671.23 Octob." The drawing's somber mood is heightened by the presence of Death, personified as a skeleton, who stands next to the woman, holding a spade and a skull. The woman's expression is one of quiet acceptance, as she gazes out at the viewer, perhaps reflecting on the fleeting nature of life and the inevitability of death. This drawing is a poignant reminder of the artist's connection to her family history and the religious traditions of the Dutch Republic during the Golden Age. The indoor setting and the use of chalk on paper lend an intimacy and delicacy to the work, making it a valuable addition to the heritage of Dutch art. Gesina ter Borch's "Woman (Aeltien?) standing next to Death in St Michael's Church, Zwolle, c.1671" is a powerful and thought-provoking work that invites us to contemplate the human condition and the passage of time.
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