Rembrandt (1606-69) is the legend of European art. He is particularly admired for his powerful, deeply reflective portraits. Often portraying intellectuals - scholars, artists, and philosophers - Rembrandt was intrigued by creative intelligence, and sought to depict visible traces of thought. He often drew inspiration from the works of other artists. Emulating or referencing the work of others was not considered a failure of creativity; on the contrary, it indicated an understanding of artistic traditions and the ability to improve (innovate) on them. This master of illumination and modelling...
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