Woman Reading 1634

Rembrandt van Rijn's etching, "Woman Reading," from 1634, is a masterful example of his early printmaking style. The intimate composition focuses on a single figure, a woman engrossed in her book, her face partially obscured by the pages. The intricate cross-hatching technique creates a sense of depth and texture, highlighting the folds of her clothing and the details of her head covering. "Woman Reading" is a testament to Rembrandt's mastery of light and shadow, and his ability to capture the essence of human concentration and thoughtfulness.