Artwork
Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple
Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple is an ink print by the Baroque artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1635 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Christ Driving the Money Changers from the Temple is an etching created by Rembrandt van Rijn in 1635, exemplifying his skill in the medium.
Subject & Meaning
The scene depicts Christ expelling money changers from the temple, conveying a sense of turmoil and chaos as figures scatter and react to the event. Christ is central, surrounded by individuals fleeing or attempting to shield themselves.
Technique & Style
Rembrandt's mastery of light and shadow adds depth and emotional intensity to the scene, while the etching technique captures texture and intricate detail, drawing the viewer's attention to the chaos.
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.
