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Rembrandt's Wife

Richard Earlom after Rembrandt van Rijn

National Gallery of Art

The image shows the upper body of an elderly woman seated, facing slightly to the left. She has her hands clasped in front of her and resting on a flat surface. The woman has a serene expression with prominent cheekbones and a gentle gaze. She has a headdress consisting of a white cap and a dark outer covering, and is wearing dark, voluminous clothing with fur or plush trim and a delicate collar at the neck. Her hands are adorned with a simple ring. The background is a plain, dark surface contrasting with the light tones of her face and hands.

Artwork Details

Medium
mezzotint
Dimensions
3466 × 5049 px
Public Domain
Yes
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