Rembrandt V1: His Life, His Work, And His Time (1894)

Rembrandt V1: His Life, His Work, And His Time is a comprehensive biography of the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn, written by Emile Michel and first published in 1894. The book delves into Rembrandt's life, from his birth in Leiden in 1606 to his death in Amsterdam in 1669, exploring his family background, education, artistic influences, and personal relationships. It also provides an in-depth analysis of Rembrandt's artistic style, techniques, and major works, including his portraits, landscapes, and biblical scenes. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of Rembrandt's life and career. It includes numerous illustrations of Rembrandt's paintings and drawings, as well as photographs of his home and studio in Amsterdam. The author also provides historical context for Rembrandt's work, discussing the political, social, and cultural climate of 17th century Holland. Overall, Rembrandt V1: His Life, His Work, And His Time is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the life and art of one of the greatest painters of all time. It offers a detailed and engaging portrait of Rembrandt, his artistic legacy, and the world in which he lived and worked.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.