Rembrandt, Original Etching, The Baptism of the Eunuch
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--> home current inventory search art knowledge art commentary buy art about us contact us Title: The Baptism Of The Eunuch (B.98, H.182, N.-U.98, Bb.41-E, B.W.98)Artist: Rembrandt, Harmensz van RijnMedium: Original EtchingImage Size: 8 1/4 in x 7 in (21 cm x 17.8 cm)Framed Size: 25 1/2 in x 25 1/2 in (64.77 cm x 64.77 cm)Signature: Signed And Dated In The Plate 'Rembrandt F. 1641' In The Lower RightEdition: A Nowell-Usticke State II (Of IV), Hind; Biörklund; Boon And White; State II (Of II), Prior To P.F. Basan State III; a 17th century, possible lifetime impressionCondition: This Work Is In Good Sound Condition, A Delicate Impression With Thread Margins Just Inside The Plate, Fine Drypoint Shading And A Light Sulfur Tinting. Description:Created in 1641, this rare etching is printed on a fine laid paper and is a State II (of IV) , Hind; Biörklund; Boon and White; State II (of II) . There is fine drypoint shading and a light sulfur tinting to this work, and Nowell-Usticke states this piece to be one of only 225-500 existing impressions from all states. This work is signed and dated in the plate in the lower right Rembrandt f. 1641 with thread margins just inside the plate. Documented as B.98, H.182, N.-U.98, BB.41-E, B.&W. 98. Containing finely etched lines in a combination of landscape and figurative studies, this work is radiantly luminescent in the quality of lightness surrounding the central figures. Exquisitely etched, featuring fine traces of burr in the cloak of the apostle, Philip. Clifford S. Ackley stated of this work, “The Baptism of the Eunuch illustrates an episode of the Christian conversion from the ministry of the apostle Philip…The subject was painted several times by Rembrandt’s teacher Pieter Lastman and twice by Rembrandt at the very beginning of his career. It clearly appealed to the Dutch Protestant emphasis on the confession of faith and baptism…An additional appeal for artists such as Lastman and Rembrandt was the opportunity to indulge their imaginative skills in inventing exotic costumes, trappings, and paraphernalia. Rembrandt takes full advantage of the opportunity, producing in this etching one of his most extravagant displays of ancient ‘oriental’ splendor set in an invented oasis landscape.” (Ackley 176) Catalogue Raisonné & COA:It is fully documented and referenced in the below catalogue raisonnés and texts (copies will be enclosed as added documentation with the invoices that will accompany the final sale of the work) : 1. Ackley, Clifford S., Rembrandt’s Journey: Painter, Draftsman, Etcher, 2003, listed as plate 107 on pg 177. 2. Biörklund, George, Rembrandt’s Etchings, True and False, 1968, listed as BB 41-E on pg 84. 3. Boon, K.G., Rembrandt: The Complete Etchings, 1965, listed as plate 168. 4. Boon, Karel and White, Christopher Rembrandt’s Etchings, Vol I, 1969, listed as B98 on pg 53. 5. Boon, Karel and White, Christopher, Rembrandt’s Etchings, Vol II, 1969, image listed as B98/I on pg 95. 6. Hind, Arthur, A Catalogue of Rembrandt’s Etchings, 1967, listed as plate 182 with details on pg 89. 7. Münz, Ludwig, Rembrandt’s Etchings, Vol I, 1952, listed as plate 238. 8. Münz, Ludwig, Rembrandt’s Etchings, Vol II, 1952, listed as No. 211 on pg. 98. 9. Nowell-Usticke, G. W., Rembrandt’s Etchings, 1967, listed as B 98. 10. Schwartz, Gary, Rembrandt, All the etchings reproduced in true size, 1977, listed as B98. 11. Van Dyke, John, The Rembrandt Drawings and Etchings, 1927, listed as H. 182 on plate XXV. About the Framing:Conservation framed with archival materials and museum quality, this work is float mounted on white linen in a Spanish style black on gold frame. The contrast of the moulding compliments the delicate tonal variations in this work. The sculptural details of gold ribbons and floral motifs accentuates the intricate linear elements in this piece. Completed with white linen wrapped mattes and a matching gold inner fillet, this work is set behind an archival Plexiglas cover. A gold plaque below the image is engraved ‘Harmensz Van Rijn Rembrandt, (1606-1669) Original Etching’. Who is Masterworks Fine Art? Masterworks Fine Art, Inc. strives to be the best source of fine art for our clients and collectors all over the world. We believe the most direct way to accomplish this is by establishing a lifetime of personal and professional relationships with our clients. We are a full service art gallery, selling fine art originals at 25-50% off gallery retail prices. We have been collecting art since the early 1970's and have been dealing and selling art for over 20 years. We have been awarded the eBay Power Sellers Award, and we have over positive comments on our eBay rating feedback sheet. 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