Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn became known for the distinctive style of his landscapes, dramatic scenes from history, mythology, and the Bible, and especially his self-portraits. This biography discusses his childhood, education, apprenticeships, commissions, patrons, success as a portrait artist, family life, eventual bankruptcy, and the changing style of his energetic brushstrokes and use of chiaroscuro. Sidebars, a glossary, an index, and a...

Introduces Rembrandt as one of the greatest European painters by exploring the techniques he used to create masterpieces such as The Night Watch and many portraits of himself and others. Have you ever wondered what inspired some of the world's greatest artists? Each book in the World's Greatest Artists series offers a biography of a famous artist, introduces the techniques that made each artist's work so unique, and highlights some of the artist's...

The story of the Dutch painter known as Rembrandt. It describes how he liked to paint people, and how he found subjects for his paintings. As he got older, Rembrandt enjoyed painting two people in particular--two people who were very special to him. Rembrandt had some hard times, but he never gave up painting. In his works he expressed his passions, his love for others, and all the sweetness and bitterness of life. Contains biographical information...

Discusses the life, works, and lasting influence of the Dutch artist.

Presents a brief overview of the life and work of this seventeenth-century Dutch painter, describing and giving examples of his work.