Daniel in the Lions’ Den c. 1650

This pen drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn, titled "Daniel in the Lions' Den," depicts the biblical story of Daniel being thrown into a den of lions, but miraculously surviving unharmed. Created around 1650, the artwork showcases Rembrandt’s masterful use of hatching and cross-hatching to create depth and texture in the scene. Daniel is shown kneeling in the center, with lions surrounding him, their powerful forms rendered with a sense of both menace and restraint. The work is a fine example of Rembrandt’s fascination with biblical narratives and his talent for capturing dramatic moments with expressive detail.