Artwork
Self-Portrait with Saskia
Self-Portrait with Saskia is an ink print by the Baroque artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1636 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
Self-Portrait with Saskia is an etching by Rembrandt van Rijn, created in 1636. It is a print that showcases the artist's skill in capturing intimate moments through loose and expressive lines.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts two figures sitting together, with one figure, likely Rembrandt, resting his hand on the other's shoulder. The calm demeanor of the figure on the left contrasts with the more roughly rendered figure on the right, who is possibly the artist himself.
Technique & Style
Rembrandt employed shading to create depth, making the subjects' faces prominent against the light background. The use of loose, expressive lines and varying textures adds to the overall sense of informality and immediacy.
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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