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Christ Returning from the Temple with his Parents
Rembrandt van Rijn (mentioned on object), 1654
Mary and Joseph finally find their son after three days and take him home. Rembrandt’s rendering of this rarely depicted moment is masterful. He used a great deal of drypoint in this etching; with the velvety burr, he created powerful contrasts of light and dark, which reinforce the suggestion of a sun-drenched day. You can almost feel why Joseph needs his broad-brimmed hat.
- Artwork typeprint
- Object numberRP-P-1962-32
- Dimensionsheight 94 mm x width 144 mm
- Physical characteristicsets en droge naald