Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, a Dutch painter and etcher, is celebrated as one of the greatest artists in European art history. His work, emerging during the Dutch Golden Age, is distinguished by a profound understanding of classical iconography, uniquely shaping it with personal experience and keen observation. Rembrandt's portraits of his contemporaries, his introspective self-portraits, and his dramatic biblical scenes showcase his empathy for the human condition and his ability to meld classical composition with his lived reality. His self-portraits, in particular, offer an intimate and sincere self-examination, creating a unique visual biography.
"Unabridged, slightly corrected republication of the verbal text of the work originally published in 1977 by Oresko Books Ltd., London, and Gary Schwartz, Maarssen, as Rembrandt: all the etchings reproduced in true size"--T.p. verso.
Book by Rembrandt
The great 17th-century Dutch artist Rembrandt van Rijn created numerous self-portraits throughout his life, making his distinctive visage a familiar sight in galleries across Europe and North America. Yet, he remains an enigma. Known for his difficult personality and risk-taking in both life and art, Rembrandt's aspirations for a grand Amsterdam lifestyle ultimately led to his bankruptcy and death in relative poverty. His personal belongings and cherished collection were sold off, leaving historians with limited records to construct his biography. In this work, Simon Schama, a leading historian dedicated to Dutch history, vividly brings to life the painter of masterpieces like The Night Watch. Returning to the vibrant Dutch world he previously explored, Schama masterfully intertwines Rembrandt's life with the rich tapestry of 17th-century Low Countries' politics and commerce, navigating the complexities of faith and power struggles. The narrative contrasts Rembrandt's journey with that of his contemporary, Peter Paul Rubens, whose successful career highlights Rembrandt's troubled relationship with fame. This beautifully illustrated book, printed on high-gloss paper, offers a captivating narrative that engages readers with its blend of history, emotion, and artistry.
This stunning volume features over five hundred illustrations of the most iconic works of Rembrandt. Accompanied by insightful commentary by art historian Adolf Rosenberg, this book is an essential resource for any lover of art.
Dans la Hollande indépendante industrieuse et prospère du XVIIe siècle, Rembrandt vit l'ambition et la solitude, la fortune et la faillite, l'amour et le deuil, la gloire et l'incompréhension. La leçon d'anatomie du Professeur Tulp lui apporte la notoriété et les bourgeois se pressent chez lui pour commander leurs portraits. Mais La Compagnie du capitaine Frans Banningh Cocq – La Ronde de nuit – désarçonne... On le respecte toujours, on s'éloigne de lui. Pascal Bonafoux nous guide dans une œuvre où le fond et les figures ne font qu'un, ce qui, pour Delacroix, est le signe de la perfection.
