Joseph's Dream in the Stable in Bethlehem 1645

Rembrandt van Rijn's "Joseph's Dream in the Stable in Bethlehem" (1645) depicts a scene from the biblical story of the birth of Jesus. The painting uses chiaroscuro, Rembrandt's signature style, to illuminate the central figures of Joseph, Mary, and the angel, who appears in the midst of the otherwise dark and humble stable. The dramatic use of light and shadow, typical of Rembrandt's work, emphasizes the divine presence within the scene, offering a powerful visual representation of the Nativity.