Biography of Rembrandt van Rijn (Dutch painter, draftsman, and printmaker, 1606-1669)
| Name | Rembrandt van Rijn (Dutch painter, draftsman, and printmaker, 1606-1669) |
| Person type | Artist/Maker |
| Biographical notes | Rembrandt was one of the most popular and influential artists of his period. His work is characterized by the Baroque interest in dramatic scenes and strong contrasts of light on a dark stage. The subjects of his works include portraits, landscapes, figures, animals, an scenes of biblical and secular history and mythology. He was very prolific, producing paintings, etchings, and drawings: Rembrandt executed about 400 paintings, over 1000 drawings, and around 300 etchings. Dutch artist. |
Objects by Rembrandt van Rijn (Dutch painter, draftsman, and printmaker, 1606-1669)
