Artwork
The Persian
The Persian is an ink print by the Baroque artist Rembrandt. It dates from 1632 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.
About this work
Overview
The Persian is an etching by Rembrandt van Rijn, created in 1632. It is a print that showcases the artist's skill in capturing character and texture through a specific technique.
Subject & Meaning
The etching depicts an elderly man dressed in a long, fur-trimmed coat and a tall hat, leaning on a walking stick. His wrinkled face suggests age and experience.
Technique & Style
The image is characterized by rough, scratchy lines that give it a textured appearance. The etching technique used allows ink to remain in the grooves of the metal plate, creating a grainy effect that resembles a quick, expressive drawing rather than a smooth, detailed painting.
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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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