. Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn

Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669), one of the greatest artists in European history, was at the forefront of the Dutch Golden Age. His talent was multifaceted: not only a gifted portrait and landscape painter, he was also an inspired draftsman and printmaker. This gorgeously illustrated book pays tribute to Rembrandt's marvelous gifts as a graphic artist and offers a unique glimpse into his life and creative processes through fifty drawings from the collections...

This book focuses on the life and works of Rembrandt, who is recognized for his ability to convey the inner character in his portraits.

Traces the life of the Dutch artist; analyzes his still life paintings, landscapes, and portraits; and describes the history, culture, and influence of the Netherlands.