Tote Bag : Jeremiah lamenting the Destruction of Jerusalem, 1630, by Re
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Jeremiah lamenting the Destruction of Jerusalem, 1630, by Re
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669). Dutch painter. Jeremiah lamenting the Destruction of Jerusalem, 1630. Rijksmuseum. Amsterdam. Holland
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1630 Amsterdam Baroque Bearded Biblical Burning Destruction Elder Harmenszoon Hebrew Holland Jeremiah Jerusalem Lamentation Lamenting Lean Netherlands Painter Prophet Rembrandt Rijksmuseum Rijn Testament Tired
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EDITORS COMMENTS
Jeremiah Lamenting the Destruction of Jerusalem," painted by the renowned Dutch artist Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn in 1630, is a poignant and powerful work of art housed in the Rijksmuseum of Amsterdam, Netherlands. This masterpiece, a prime example of Baroque art, depicts the Old Testament prophet Jeremiah in a moment of deep sorrow and despair as he witnesses the burning ruins of Jerusalem in the background. Jeremiah, with his long, flowing beard and aged, lean features, is shown with his head tilted down and one hand raised to his cheek in a gesture of anguish. His eyes, filled with tears, are fixed on the city, which is engulfed in flames. The prophet's expression of sadness and exhaustion is palpable, as if he carries the weight of the world on his shoulders. The scene is set against a dark, moody backdrop, with the smoke and fire from the city casting long, ominous shadows. The use of light and shadow, or chiaroscuro, is a hallmark of Rembrandt's style, adding depth and dimension to the painting. This work is based on the biblical account of Jeremiah's prophecy of the destruction of Jerusalem, which was fulfilled in 586 BC. The prophet's lamentation over the city's fall is a powerful reminder of the human cost of war and conflict. The painting is a testament to Rembrandt's skill as a painter and his ability to evoke emotion through his art. It is a must-see for anyone interested in European art history, particularly the Baroque period, and a moving tribute to the enduring power of the Bible as a source of inspiration for artists throughout the ages.
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