Rembrandt Van Rijn, Christ Healing the Sick (The Hundred Guilder Print) 1649

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A heliogravure on paper titled “Christ Healing the Sick (The Hundred Guilder Print)” (Bartsch 74) after Rembrandt van Rijn’s original … Read more A heliogravure on paper titled “Christ Healing the Sick (The Hundred Guilder Print)” (Bartsch 74) after Rembrandt van Rijn’s original etching of circa 1649. The composition presents a powerful biblical scene in which Christ stands at the center, radiating light as he heals the sick and teaches the gathered crowd. Surrounding him is a richly varied assembly of figures—beggars, the infirm, curious onlookers, and skeptics—rendered with remarkable psychological depth and individuality. The luminous figure of Christ emerges from a darkened architectural setting, drawing focus to the spiritual and emotional gravity of the moment. Widely regarded as one of the artist’s greatest prints, “The Hundred Guilder Print” remains a cornerstone of Western art and a benchmark for expressive etching.
From a private collection. Dimensions: 11”h x 15.5” (image) / 16.5”h x 20.75”w x 1.25”d (framed). In good vintage condition.
Rembrandt van Rijn (1606–1669) is widely regarded as one of the greatest artists in Western art history and a master of the Dutch Golden Age. Renowned for his exceptional skill in painting, drawing, and printmaking, he revolutionized the use of light and shadow and elevated etching to a major artistic medium. His works, including The Night Watch and The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp, are among the most celebrated masterpieces ever created. Rembrandt achieved great success during his lifetime, receiving important commissions and international recognition. Today, his works are held in the world’s most prestigious museum collections, including the Rijksmuseum, Louvre, National Gallery, and Metropolitan Museum of Art, underscoring his enduring legacy as one of the most influential artists of all time. See less