Artwork
Reverend Johannes Elison
Reverend Johannes Elison is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1634 and is held in the collection of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston.
About this work
Overview
Reverend Johannes Elison is a 1634 oil painting by Rembrandt van Rijn, a prominent Dutch artist known for his work in various mediums.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Reverend Johannes Elison seated in a chair, wearing a dark robe and ruff collar, with an open book on his lap, surrounded by a few other books on a nearby table, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation.
Technique & Style
Rembrandt's use of chiaroscuro, a technique that exploits contrasts between light and dark, draws attention to the subject's face and hands, creating a dramatic effect amidst the dimly lit surroundings.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston's collection, exemplifying the artistic achievements of the Dutch Golden Age.
Artist & collection
Artist
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (15 July 1606 – 4 October 1669), known mononymously as Rembrandt, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, printmaker, and draughtsman.
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