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The application of oil paint on canvas by Jan ter Borch in 1634 lends this artwork a profound depth and a tactile quality, where the brushstrokes build up a tangible sense of form and atmosphere. This 17th-century Dutch painting masterfully depicts an old man intently teaching a young boy the fundamentals of drawing. Gathered around them are plaster models of classical sculptures, illuminated solely by the soft glow of a candle. Ter Borch's skillful use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic contrast between light and shadow, highlighting the student's focused expression and the instructor's thoughtful gaze, while giving the plaster figures a lifelike presence. The warm
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·Classical art ·SKU: GIA-712419-canvas
The Drawing Lesson Jan ter Borch
Candlelit genre scene, oil on canvas, 17th century
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ArtistJan ter Borch
CategoriaClassical art
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The Drawing Lesson on canvas
We print The Drawing Lesson in the size you choose and stretch it by hand over an Italian wooden frame. The canvas is made when you order, so nothing is ever out of stock.
It arrives ready to hang, with nothing else to do. Made in our own Italian workshop, shipping in 6–8 working days.
- Stretched by hand over an Italian wooden frame
- Any size you like, not just standard formats
- Ready to hang the moment it arrives







