Jacob Blessing the Children of Joseph 1656

Rembrandt van Rijn's "Jacob Blessing the Children of Joseph" (1656) depicts a scene from the Old Testament, where the aging patriarch Jacob blesses his grandsons, Ephraim and Manasseh. The painting, now housed in the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister, Dresden, is characterized by Rembrandt's signature chiaroscuro technique, with deep shadows contrasting with the light that illuminates Jacob and his grandsons. This dynamic composition and use of light contribute to the emotional intensity of the scene, highlighting the love and reverence that Jacob expresses towards his descendants.