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Old man with a long beard, 1630 (Etching)
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Old man with a long beard, 1630 (Etching)
7393403 Old man with a long beard, 1630 (Etching) by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn (1606-69); 9, 6 x 8, 1 cm; Fondation Glenat, Grenoble, France; © Fonds Glenat
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17th Centuries Baroque Art Baroque Style Dozy Drowsy Elderly Man Faces Forlorn Heads Melancholia Melancholy 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 Senior Adult Sleepiness Somnolence Tired Tired Out Tiredness Tiring Unhappiness Unhappy Van Rijn 1606 69 Weariness Weary 17 17th 17th 17th Xvii 18th Century Art Style Bearded Circa 1600 Dutch Netherlands Early 17th Century Early Xvii Century Emotions Feeling Hollander Hollanders Netherland Netherlands Holland Dutch Only One Person Sadness Seventeeth Century The Netherland
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This etching by Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn transports us back to the 17th century, where we encounter an old man with a long, flowing beard. The intricate details of this print capture the essence of baroque art, showcasing the artist's mastery in capturing human emotions. The melancholic expression on the old man's face evokes a sense of sadness and unhappiness. His weary eyes seem burdened with years of experience and weariness. Perhaps he is lost in his own thoughts or reminiscing about days gone by. The artist skillfully portrays not just physical tiredness but also emotional fatigue through this piece. The viewer can almost feel the weight of sleepiness and drowsiness that engulfs him, as if he has been worn out by life itself. Rembrandt's engraving technique adds depth to every line and stroke, bringing this portrait to life. The attention to detail is remarkable; from each strand of hair in his magnificent beard to the wrinkles on his weathered face, every element contributes to creating a lifelike representation. As we gaze upon this artwork from centuries past, we are reminded that human emotions transcend time and place. This portrait serves as a testament to Rembrandt's genius as an artist and his ability to capture profound emotion within a single image.
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