Gerard ter Borch was a Dutch painter who lived during the 17th century. He was known for his exquisite paintings of everyday life, particularly of the Dutch upper class. His works are characterized by their attention to detail, use of light and shadow, and the subtle emotions conveyed by his subjects. In this quiz, we will test your knowledge of Gerard ter Borch's life and works. Are you ready to put your art history skills to the test? Let's get started!
Which genre of painting was Gerard ter Borch known for?
Landscape
Still life
Portrait
Genre scenes
Which city was Gerard ter Borch born in?
Amsterdam
Rotterdam
Deventer
Utrecht
Which famous Dutch painter was Gerard ter Borch's teacher?
Rembrandt
Vermeer
Frans Hals
Jan Steen
Which European court did Gerard ter Borch work for?
French court
Spanish court
English court
Dutch court
Which painting by Gerard ter Borch is considered his masterpiece?
The Concert
The Letter
The Suitor's Visit
The Gallant Conversation
Which famous art museum houses several paintings by Gerard ter Borch?
The Louvre
The Prado
The Rijksmuseum
The National Gallery
Which technique did Gerard ter Borch use to create his paintings?
Oil on canvas
Watercolor
Tempera
Acrylic
Which subject matter did Gerard ter Borch often depict in his paintings?
Religious scenes
Mythological scenes
Historical events
Everyday life
Which famous Dutch writer was a friend of Gerard ter Borch?
Joost van den Vondel
P.C. Hooft
Multatuli
Harry Mulisch
Which country did Gerard ter Borch travel to in order to study art?
Italy
France
Spain
England
Which painting by Gerard ter Borch depicts a woman playing a lute?
The Concert
The Letter
The Suitor's Visit
The Gallant Conversation
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