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Beggars receiving alms at the door of a house, 1648 (Etching)
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Beggars receiving alms at the door of a house, 1648 (Etching)
7393380 Beggars receiving alms at the door of a house, 1648 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 17 x 13, 5 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat
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17th Centuries Alms Baroque Art Baroque Style Baskets Beggar Begging Charitable Charity Doors Doorway Entrance Door Generosity Generous House Entrance Kindness Large Wicker Baskets Main Door Mendicant Open Doorway Parent Parental Penury Poors Portal Building Precariousness Rembrandt Rembrandt 1606 1669 Rembrandt Harmensz Rembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn Rembrandt Van Ryn 1606 1669 Tramp Vagabond Van Rijn 1606 69 Walker Wicker Basket 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 New Baby New Born New Born Babes New Born Infant Newborn Newly Born Parents Seventeeth Century Societies Stroll Strolling The Netherland Townhouse Townhouses
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This etching by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn, titled "Beggars receiving alms at the door of a house" offers a poignant glimpse into 17th-century society. The scene depicts a group of beggars gathered outside the entrance of a grand townhouse, seeking charity from its inhabitants. The artist's masterful use of light and shadow draws attention to the central figures: men, women, and children who are in desperate need. A sense of vulnerability is conveyed through their tattered clothing and worn-out expressions. Among them stands a woman holding an infant, symbolizing the hardships faced by families during this era. Rembrandt's baroque style shines through in his meticulous attention to detail; each character is rendered with precision and emotion. The composition is further enriched by various props such as walking sticks, hats, and large wicker baskets used for collecting alms. The artwork serves as a reminder of the generosity that can be found even amidst challenging times. It highlights the importance of compassion and kindness towards those less fortunate in our communities. Displayed within Fondation Glenat in Grenoble, France, this print continues to captivate viewers with its timeless portrayal of human struggle and resilience. As we reflect on this piece from the 17th century art movement, it reminds us that acts of charity have always been integral to our shared humanity throughout history.
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