Saskia Lying in Bed
c. 1638
Rembrandt captured his wife, Saskia, in this intimate and tender sketch around 1638, showing her resting in bed. The loose, energetic pen strokes and soft brown wash give the drawing a sense of immediacy, as if the artist quickly jotted down a private, quiet moment. Saskia was Rembrandt's favorite model and muse, and he drew her frequently, often in unguarded, everyday poses rather than formal portraits. This drawing offers a rare glimpse into the domestic life of one of the Baroque era's greatest masters, revealing the deep affection he held for his wife before her tragic early death.
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