Artwork
Christ at Emmaus: the Larger Plate
Christ at Emmaus: the Larger Plate is an ink print by the Baroque artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1654 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Christ at Emmaus: the Larger Plate is a print by Rembrandt van Rijn, created in 1654 using etching, burin, and drypoint techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts Christ seated at a table with three men in a dimly lit room, conveying a sense of quiet contemplation and introspection. Christ is at the center, his hands clasped together, as the men engage in conversation around him.
Technique & Style
The use of chiaroscuro, with strong contrasts between light and shadow, adds depth to the scene and draws attention to Christ's face. The predominantly muted tones, with shades of brown and gray, contribute to the overall atmosphere of serenity.
Context
The work is characteristic of the Baroque movement, known for its dramatic use of light and shadow.
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.
