Christ at Emmaus: the Larger Plate

Rembrandt van Rijn, 1654

This is a drawing of a group of four figures gathered around a table. The central figure is seated at the table, surrounded by three standing figures. The table is adorned with food items, and the area behind the central figure is heavily shadowed. The figures are dressed in period attire, and the scene has a sense of narrative. The use of cross-hatching and fine lines creates a textured and detailed atmosphere, typical of the detailed craftsmanship of etchings.

Kunstenaar: Rembrandt van Rijn
Datering: 1654
Soort: Prent
Techniek: etching, burin and drypoint
Collectie: National Gallery of Art, Washington
Licentie: Publiek domein, CC0

Beeldbeschrijving

This is a drawing of a group of four figures gathered around a table. The central figure is seated at the table, surrounded by three standing figures. The table is adorned with food items, and the area behind the central figure is heavily shadowed. The figures are dressed in period attire, and the scene has a sense of narrative. The use of cross-hatching and fine lines creates a textured and detailed atmosphere, typical of the detailed craftsmanship of etchings.

Rembrandt van Rijn