Expulsion of Hagar and Ishmael c. 1650

Rembrandt van Rijn's "Expulsion of Hagar and Ishmael" is a delicate pen and brown ink drawing dating back to c. 1650. The drawing portrays a scene from the Old Testament, where Abraham is forced to banish his concubine Hagar and their son Ishmael. The figures are depicted in a dramatic and emotional way, conveying the sense of despair and sorrow surrounding the event. The artist's characteristic use of light and shadow creates a sense of depth and realism, while the loose lines and quick strokes suggest the spontaneity of the artist's thought process. The artwork, currently housed at the Rijksmuseum, offers a glimpse into Rembrandt's masterful skill in capturing emotional depth and narrative complexity through simple yet powerful lines.