Portret van de apotheker Abraham Francen Possibly 1655 - 1808

"Portret van de apotheker Abraham Francen" is an etching by Rembrandt van Rijn, showcasing the artist's mastery of light and shadow. The work depicts Abraham Francen, a Dutch apothecary, seated in a chair and examining a document. The etching highlights the sitter’s solemn gaze, his figure subtly illuminated against the darker background. The composition includes a table with a skull and a book, perhaps symbolizing mortality and knowledge, and a window offering a glimpse of the outside world. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, exemplifies Rembrandt's skill in portraying individual character and capturing the nuances of human experience through etching.