Rembrandt: Master of the Portrait FROM OUR EDITORS
Rembrandt van Rijn's portraits represented a new model of expression for what was, even in his time, a very old medium. His subjects seemed to be lit from within and to reveal aspects of themselves that were previously hidden. Art historian Pascal Bonafoux discusses Rembrandt's portrait painting style and its far-reaching influence on art and gives an overview of the artist's fascinating, roller-coaster career.
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Rembrandt, one of the greatest painters of all time, was sensationally successful as a young man but lonely, bankrupt, and virtually ignored by the end of his life--when he painted some of his most powerful works. This book traces his life and career and analyzes his paintings, including his unique handling of light, which would change the course of art forever. 204 illustrations, 169 in full color.
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