Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn met schildersmaterialen onder zijn arm geeft oude man hand 1776 - 1823

This etching, "Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn met schildersmaterialen onder zijn arm geeft oude man hand," by Johannes Christiaan Bendorp, depicts a scene from Rembrandt's life. It shows the famous painter, with his tools, shaking hands with an older man while a woman looks on. The detailed engraving captures the figures in their 17th-century clothing, highlighting the contrast in their ages. The scene likely depicts a moment of patronage or collaboration, reflecting the importance of art in Dutch society during Rembrandt's lifetime. The work is currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, offering art enthusiasts an insight into the life of one of history's most renowned artists.