Gerard ter Borch (II), Helena van der Schalcke
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Gerard ter Borch (II)

Helena van der Schalcke

c. 1648

Current Collection

Rijksmuseum

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Medium
panel
Dimensions
34.1 × 28.5 cm
Status
In Museum Collection
Collect24 Art ID
C24-105669

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.

Provenance

Purchased with the support of the Vereniging Rembrandt

Registry history

  • c. 1648 — Recorded in the collection of Rijksmuseum

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