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The Star of the Kings: A Night Piece, c. 1651 (etching, drypoint, and engraving on ivory laid paper)
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The Star of the Kings: A Night Piece, c. 1651 (etching, drypoint, and engraving on ivory laid paper)
5859464 The Star of the Kings: A Night Piece, c.1651 (etching, drypoint, and engraving on ivory laid paper) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 9.3 x 14.2 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL, USA; (add.info.: by Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669))
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Baroque Art Baroque Style Biblical Episode Biblical Magi Etching Holy Art Holy Image Icon Nightly Nocturnal Religious Illustration Religious Image Religious Imagery Religous Icon Rembrandt Rembrandt 1606 1669 Rembrandt Harmensz Rembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn Rembrandt Van Ryn 1606 1669 Sacred Icon Sacred Picture Star Stars Three Holy Kings Three Kings Three Magi Van Rijn 1606 69 Wise Men 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Art Style Bible Story Biblical Events Biblical Scene Circa 1600 Dutch Netherlands Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Hollander Hollanders Netherland Netherlands Holland Dutch Seventeeth Century Several People Several Persons The Netherland
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The Star of the Kings - A Night Piece
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is a captivating print by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn, showcasing his mastery in etching, drypoint, and engraving on ivory laid paper. Created around 1651 during the Baroque era, this religious image transports viewers to a biblical scene that unfolds under the night sky. In this intimate artwork measuring 9.3 x 14.2 cm, Rembrandt depicts three magi gazing up at a radiant star with awe and reverence. The black and white composition adds depth and drama to the nocturnal setting, emphasizing the spiritual significance of this momentous event. Rembrandt's meticulous attention to detail shines through as he captures each figure's expressions and gestures with remarkable precision. This print serves as both an artistic masterpiece and a sacred icon within Christian religion. As one of history's greatest painters, Rembrandt showcases his technical prowess in every stroke of etching and engraving used to create this piece. His ability to convey emotion through light and shadow is evident here as well. Housed in The Art Institute of Chicago, USA, "The Star of the Kings: A Night Piece" continues to inspire art enthusiasts worldwide with its timeless beauty and profound religious imagery. It stands as a testament to Rembrandt's enduring legacy as an artist who skillfully captured biblical events while evoking deep spiritual contemplation among viewers for centuries to come.
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