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Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn was a 17th century Dutch painter (1606-1669), printmaker, and draughtsman.
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Seated Saskia with a letter in her left hand https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/seated-saskia-with-a-letter-in-her-left-hand-1635
This sketch depicts Saskia van Uylenburgh, Rembrandt's wife, seated elegantly with a contemplative expression as she holds a letter in her left hand. The drawing, characterized by dynamic lines and soft shading, highlights Rembrandt's skill in capturing intimate, everyday moments with warmth and detail.
November 27, 2025 at 6:20 PM
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The Quacksalver https://www.slam.org/collection/objects/27268/
"The Quacksalver" by Rembrandt, created in 1635, is an etching depicting a charlatan or peddler entertaining a crowd while selling pharmaceuticals of dubious merit. The artwork showcases Rembrandt’s skill in capturing expressions and details, highlighting societal themes of deception and gullibility in his time.
November 27, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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Satan Tempting Christ to Change Stones into Bread https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/satan-tempting-christ-to-change-stones-into-bread-1640
This artwork by Rembrandt, known for his masterful use of light and shadow, depicts the biblical scene where Satan tempts Christ to turn stones into bread during His time in the wilderness. The drawing showcases Rembrandt's dynamic detailing and emotive expression, characteristic of his deep engagement with human and divine narratives.
November 27, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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Boas und Ruth https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/boas-und-ruth-1640
This sketch by Rembrandt illustrates a scene from the biblical story of Boaz and Ruth, capturing their interaction with expressive line work and subtle shading. The use of ink and wash highlights Rembrandt's ability to convey emotion and narrative with minimal detail.
November 27, 2025 at 9:15 AM
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Two Thatched Cottages with Figures at the Window https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/two-thatched-cottages-with-figures-at-the-window
In "Two Thatched Cottages with Figures at the Window," Rembrandt captures a rustic scene featuring charming thatched rooftops and a figure peering out, evocative of his mastery in conveying mood and texture with minimal lines. This drawing reflects the artist's keen eye for everyday rural life and an intimate connection to his surroundings during the Dutch Golden Age.
November 26, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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Old Man with Flowing Beard, Looking down Left https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/old-man-with-flowing-beard-looking-down-left
The etching "Old Man with Flowing Beard, Looking down Left" by Rembrandt captures the expressive realism characteristic of his portraits, highlighting a pensive elderly man with detailed, unkempt hair and an introspective gaze. This piece exemplifies Rembrandt's masterful use of chiaroscuro, with intricate line work that emphasizes the depth and texture of the subject's flowing beard and furrowed features.
November 26, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Repentant Judas Returning The Pieces Of Silver https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/repentant-judas-returning-the-pieces-of-silver-1629
"Repentant Judas Returning the Pieces of Silver" by Rembrandt vividly captures the anguished figure of Judas kneeling and returning the coins, a powerful moment of remorse illuminated by dramatic chiaroscuro. The painting's rich use of light and shadow emphasizes the intense emotional struggle and moral drama, characteristic of Rembrandt's mastery in depicting human vulnerability.
November 26, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Jan Cornelius Sylvius https://www.artic.edu/artworks/49150/
The Charles Deering Collection
November 26, 2025 at 11:16 AM
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The beheading of John the Baptist https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/the-beheading-of-john-the-baptist-1640
This etching by Rembrandt, created in 1640, vividly depicts the harrowing biblical scene of John the Baptist's beheading, capturing the tension and drama in a masterful play of light and shadow. The expressive portrayal of the figures and the detailed rendering of their emotions showcase Rembrandt's exceptional skill in storytelling through art.
November 26, 2025 at 9:46 AM
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Beggar with his left hand extended https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/beggar-with-his-left-hand-extended-1631
Rembrandt's etching "Beggar with his left hand extended" from 1630, captures the harsh reality and vulnerability of poverty, using strong lines and deep shadows to emphasize the figure's plight. Known for his empathetic portrayal of human conditions, Rembrandt skillfully conveys emotion and expression in this intimate and poignant piece.
November 25, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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Beardless Man in a Fur Cloak and Cap: Bust https://www.artic.edu/artworks/49191/
The Charles Deering Collection
November 25, 2025 at 4:55 PM
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The Circumcision: Small Plate https://www.artic.edu/artworks/29104/
Clarence Buckingham Collection
November 25, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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Haman Begging Esther for Mercy https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/haman-begging-esther-for-mercy
In "Haman Begging Esther for Mercy," Rembrandt captures the dramatic biblical moment with masterful use of light and shadow, highlighting Esther's poised authority against Haman's desperate plea. The painting reflects Rembrandt's keen ability to convey complex emotions and narrative depth through his characteristic chiaroscuro technique.
November 25, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Christ Preaching https://collections.artsmia.org/art/55376/
This print's nickname—rather than referring to a tomb, as was long thought—is derived from the name of the person who may have commissioned it, either Nicolaes or Pieter de la Tombe.
November 25, 2025 at 9:22 AM
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Portrait of an Old Man in Red https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/portrait-of-an-old-man-in-red-1654
"Portrait of an Old Man in Red" by Rembrandt captures a contemplative elderly figure adorned in rich garments, showcasing the artist's masterful use of chiaroscuro to highlight the wrinkles and texture of aged skin. Known for his intimate and detailed portraits, Rembrandt emphasizes depth and emotion, reflecting his deep understanding of the human condition.
November 24, 2025 at 7:31 PM
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The Circumcision in the Stable https://collections.artsmia.org/art/57585/
"The Circumcision in the Stable," a detailed etching by Rembrandt, illustrates a pivotal religious event set within a rustic interior. Emphasizing dramatic chiaroscuro and intimate expressions, it showcases Rembrandt's masterful handling of light and human emotion in an otherwise modest setting.
November 24, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Bald-Headed Man in Profile Right https://collections.artsmia.org/art/55116/
Small bust Rembrandt's Father?
November 24, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Christ Returning from the Temple with His Parents https://www.artic.edu/artworks/29242/
Clarence Buckingham Collection
November 24, 2025 at 11:32 AM
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Death Appearing to a Wedded Couple from an Open Grave https://collections.artsmia.org/art/55106/
This etching by Rembrandt, titled "Death Appearing to a Wedded Couple from an Open Grave," portrays an intricately detailed moment where a skeletal figure emerges from a grave to confront a couple in period attire. The scene reflects Rembrandt's fascination with the themes of mortality and the transience of life, characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age.
November 24, 2025 at 8:31 AM
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The Flight into Egypt Called In the Style of Elzheimer https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/the-flight-into-egypt-called-in-the-style-of-elzheimer-1653
This artwork, titled "The Flight into Egypt Called In the Style of Elzheimer," features a serene landscape with Joseph leading Mary and the infant Jesus on a donkey, reminiscent of Adam Elsheimer's intricate scenes. The piece, part of a collection attributed to Rembrandt, showcases detailed chiaroscuro and a harmonious blend of nature and figures, emphasizing the journey's calm yet poignant nature.
November 23, 2025 at 6:36 PM
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Bust of Young Woman (probably Saskia van Uylenburgh) https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/bust-of-young-woman-probably-saskia-van-uylenburgh-1633
This portrait, often identified as Saskia van Uylenburgh, showcases Rembrandt's mastery in capturing the delicate play of light and shadow, imbuing the subject with a gentle, luminous quality. The intricacy of her jeweled neckline and soft expression reflect Rembrandt's deep personal connection and affection, as Saskia was his beloved wife.
November 23, 2025 at 5:27 PM
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Reclining Female Nude https://www.artic.edu/artworks/49105/
The Charles Deering Collection
November 23, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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Artist in his Studio https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/artist-in-his-studio-1626
"Artist in his Studio," by Rembrandt, captures an introspective moment where the artist stands beside his easel in a sparsely furnished room. The painting reflects Rembrandt’s focus on light and shadow, highlighting the serene yet contemplative atmosphere of the artist’s creative space.
November 23, 2025 at 10:35 AM
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St. Jerome Praying: Arched https://www.artic.edu/artworks/29245/
Clarence Buckingham Collection
November 23, 2025 at 9:43 AM
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St. Jerome praying https://www.wikiart.org/en/rembrandt/st-jerome-praying-1632
This etching, titled "St. Jerome Praying," by Rembrandt, depicts the saint deep in prayer, highlighting his devout spirituality and ascetic lifestyle. Rembrandt's mastery of light and shadow brings a sense of depth and focus to the figure, set against a lush natural backdrop.
November 22, 2025 at 6:18 PM