Portret van Rembrandt van Rijn by Pieter van Bleeck

Portret van Rembrandt van Rijn 1747

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drawing, charcoal

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portrait

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drawing

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baroque

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charcoal drawing

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charcoal

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history-painting

Dimensions: height 353 mm, width 252 mm

Copyright: Rijks Museum: Open Domain

Pieter van Bleeck created this mezzotint portrait of Rembrandt van Rijn sometime between 1700 and 1764, a period marked by evolving artistic styles and the growth of printmaking as a medium. Here, Rembrandt, the celebrated 17th-century artist, is rendered with dignity and a touch of somberness. Van Bleeck, working in the 18th century, revives Rembrandt's image, signaling a continued interest in the Dutch master's legacy. The portrait speaks to the dynamics of artistic fame and historical memory. It invites us to reflect on how artists are remembered, re-imagined, and how their identities persist through time. The very act of creating a portrait, especially of a celebrated figure, involves an interpretation, a dialogue between the artist and subject across generations. This is not just a picture of a man, but a statement about artistic legacy.

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