Artwork
Christ and the Woman of Samaria: an Arched Print
Christ and the Woman of Samaria: an Arched Print is an ink print by the Baroque artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1658 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Christ and the Woman of Samaria: an Arched Print is a 1658 etching and drypoint by Rembrandt van Rijn, depicting a biblical scene.
Subject & Meaning
The print illustrates a moment from the Bible where Jesus encounters a woman at a well in Samaria, focusing on their quiet interaction amidst a detailed landscape backdrop.
Technique & Style
Rembrandt employed etching and drypoint to achieve intricate details, subtle shading, and a sense of depth, emphasizing the intimacy of the encounter between the two central figures.
History & Provenance
Created in 1658, specific provenance details are not provided in the available information.
Context
This work reflects Rembrandt's exploration of religious themes through printmaking, characteristic of 17th-century Dutch artistic interests in biblical narratives.
Legacy
As with many of Rembrandt's prints, 'Christ and the Woman of Samaria' contributes to his renowned legacy in etching and drypoint techniques, appreciated for their expressive and intimate qualities.
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.
