Why it matters
Two-year-old Helena van der Schalcke is dressed as a small adult in white silk, with a gold necklace, a wicker bag and a red carnation, a symbol of eternal life.
Did you know?
- It dates from around 1648.
- Ribbons on her back, called leashes, were used to hold small children.
- Her parents were also portrayed by Ter Borch.
Based on the Wikipedia article Portrait of Helena van der Schalcke (CC BY-SA 4.0).
