Who painted Portrait of Gerard Terborch?

Portrait of Gerard Terborch was painted by Adam von Bartsch in 1805.

Where can I see Portrait of Gerard Terborch?

Portrait of Gerard Terborch is held by Cleveland Museum of Art.

What movement is Portrait of Gerard Terborch?

Portrait of Gerard Terborch is associated with Romanticism.

Artwork

Portrait of Gerard Terborch

Adam von Bartsch , 1805

Portrait of Gerard Terborch is a print by the Romanticist artist Adam von Bartsch. It dates from 1805 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.

About this work

Overview

Created around 1805, this print presents a seated gentleman, identified as the Dutch painter Gerard Terborh, rendered by the Austrian artist and printmaker Adam von Bartsch. The work is part of the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art, where it is displayed as an example of early‑19th‑century portrait engraving.

Subject & Meaning

The sitter is shown with long hair and a modest hat, his gaze directed forward. The emphasis on the face, particularly the eyes and nose, suggests an intent to capture the individual’s character and professional stature, reflecting the practice of commemorating artists through portraiture.

Technique & Style

Bartsch employed a dense cross‑hatching technique, layering fine lines to model light and shadow. This method creates a textured surface that conveys depth and volume, typical of engraving practices of the period, and allows subtle gradations without the use of tonal washes.

History & Provenance

The print was produced circa 1805, shortly after Bartsch’s extensive work cataloguing Dutch and Flemish prints. It entered the Cleveland Museum of Art’s holdings through acquisition in the mid‑20th century, where it remains a documented example of Bartsch’s portraiture output.