The Refused Letter by Gerard ter Borch was created in 1655/58 and is in Alte Pinakothek München. The size of the work is 55,9 x 46,5 cm and is made of oil on wood.
About the Work
The writing, receiving, and reading of letters—most often of an amorous nature—was a popular motif in Dutch genre painting. The fact that the lady virtuously refuses to accept the letter is indicated by the washbasin, pitcher, comb, and brush, which symbolize cleanliness and purity.