Portrait of Cornelis de Graeff by Gerard ter Borch. A three-quarter length portrait of a young man with long wavy hair, wearing a black doublet with prominent white lace cuffs and collar, holding a walking stick.

Portrait of Cornelis de Graeff

Gerard ter Borch

1673 · Oil Paint, Canvas

A refined 17th-century Dutch portrait of a young nobleman in elegant black and white attire.

$242

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Where it works

A quiet, grounding work with warm, lived-in color — sits comfortably in a more formal setting.

Often works in
Library · Study · Living Room
Placement
Strong for entryways, narrow walls, and vertical placements
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Benefits from light or mid-tone surroundings
Color notes
Charcoal black, Rich brown

About the piece

Painted by the Dutch master Gerard ter Borch in 1673, this portrait depicts the young Cornelis de Graeff. The work showcases Ter Borch's legendary skill in rendering textures, from the delicate translucence of the lace collar to the heavy, light-catching sheen of the black silk doublet and the soft feathers of the plumed hat.