Artwork
Cornelis Claesz Anslo
Cornelis Claesz Anslo is an ink print by the Baroque artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1641 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Cornelis Claesz Anslo is a print by Rembrandt van Rijn, created in 1641 using etching and drypoint techniques.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a seated man, likely Cornelis Claesz Anslo, wearing a wide-brimmed hat and fur-lined coat, engaged in an activity involving a piece of paper, scissors, and an open book.
Technique & Style
The image features rough textures and visible lines, achieved through the use of etching and drypoint, creating depth and detail in the monochromatic composition.
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.
