Abraham Entertaining the Angels 1656

Rembrandt van Rijn's etching *Abraham Entertaining the Angels*, created in 1656, depicts a scene from the biblical story of Genesis 18. The three figures seated at a table are Abraham and two angels in disguise. An angel in the background prepares to leave while Abraham's wife Sarah watches from the doorway. Rembrandt's signature use of chiaroscuro, a technique involving strong contrasts of light and dark, creates a sense of drama and intimacy. This etching showcases Rembrandt's mastery of linework and his ability to convey emotion and narrative through his art.