Artwork
Christ and the Woman of Samaria: An Arched Print
Christ and the Woman of Samaria: An Arched Print is a print by the Baroque artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1658 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
About this work
Overview
Christ and the Woman of Samaria: An Arched Print is a 1658 religious print by Rembrandt van Rijn, currently housed at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print illustrates a biblical scene where Christ encounters the Woman of Samaria, emphasizing their interaction through compositional focus. The woman, holding a bucket, and Christ, in a simple tunic, are set against a detailed cityscape, highlighting the everyday context of a pivotal religious moment.
Technique & Style
Rendered in bold lines and expressive shading, the print achieves depth and volume in its figures. Dramatic light and shadow effects, characteristic of the Baroque style, draw attention to the central figures, conveying emotional intensity.
History & Provenance
Created in 1658, the print's provenance details are not extensively outlined here, but it is notably part of The Cleveland Museum of Art's collection.
Context
This work reflects Rembrandt's engagement with religious themes and his mastery of Baroque aesthetics, emphasizing emotional depth through lighting.
Legacy
As a characteristic example of Rembrandt's religious prints, it contributes to the artist's legacy in capturing nuanced biblical moments with expressive technique.
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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