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The artist's mother sitting, wearing an oriental headdress, 1631 (Etching)
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The artist's mother sitting, wearing an oriental headdress, 1631 (Etching)
7393410 The artist's mother sitting, wearing an oriental headdress, 1631 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 14, 6 x 12, 9 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; (add.info.: Neeltgen Willemsdochter van Zuytbrouck (1568-1640)); © Fonds Glenat
Media ID 32104026
© Fonds Glénat / Bridgeman Images
17th Centuries Baroque Art Baroque Style Elderly Man Old Age Old Couple Old Man Old Person Old Woman Rembrandt Rembrandt 1606 1669 Rembrandt Harmensz Rembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn Rembrandt Van Ryn 1606 1669 Sat Down Senior Adult Van Rijn 1606 69 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Art Style Circa 1600 Dutch Netherlands Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Hollander Hollanders Netherland Netherlands Holland Dutch Only One Person Seventeeth Century The Netherland
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This etching by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn, titled "The artist's mother sitting, wearing an oriental headdress" showcases the artist's exceptional talent and his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. In this intimate portrait, we see Neeltgen Willemsdochter van Zuytbrouck, the artist's mother, depicted with grace and elegance. Wearing a striking oriental headdress that adds a touch of exoticism to her appearance, Neeltgen sits serenely in front of us. Her profile is beautifully rendered, highlighting her delicate features and serene expression. The attention to detail is remarkable; every line etched on the print seems to breathe life into her image. Neeltgen is adorned in a luxurious fur coat that exudes sophistication and hints at her social status. The intricate engraving work brings out the texture of the fur with astonishing realism. Her cloak drapes gracefully around her shoulders while she gazes off into the distance. Rembrandt masterfully captures not only his mother's physical likeness but also conveys a sense of depth and emotion through his artistry. This piece exemplifies Rembrandt's signature style during the Baroque period – richly detailed yet imbued with an ethereal quality. "The artist's mother sitting" serves as a testament to Rembrandt's unparalleled skill as both an engraver and portraitist. It invites viewers into a moment frozen in time, allowing us to appreciate not only Neeltgen van Zuytbrouck but also Rembrandt himself as an artistic genius who forever changed the course of art history.
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