Jeremiah mourning over the Destruction of Jerusalem 1630

Rembrandt van Rijn’s 1630 painting *Jeremiah mourning over the Destruction of Jerusalem* depicts the biblical prophet Jeremiah in a state of despair. The somber palette and chiaroscuro lighting of this oil-on-canvas piece create a mood of melancholy, emphasizing Jeremiah's grief over the sacking of Jerusalem. The dramatic composition places the prophet in the center of the picture, his slumped posture and downward gaze conveying his immense sorrow. Located in the Rijksmuseum, this painting is a powerful example of Rembrandt's early mastery of emotional expression and dramatic lighting, characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age.