Self-Portrait with Saskia (1636) 2
Rembrandt captures a rare, intimate moment here, sketching himself at work while his beloved wife Saskia looks on with quiet pride. Signed and dated 1636 in the top corner, this etching shows the artist in a flamboyant feathered hat, proudly displaying his drawing hand as if to say, 'Look what I can do!' It's a charming glimpse into their happy marriage, created during a prosperous period in Amsterdam before tragedy struck their family. The loose, energetic lines make you feel like you're peeking right over his shoulder in the studio.
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