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The Beheading of John the Baptist

The Beheading of John the Baptist

PrintsDutch17th century

The Beheading of John the Baptist

1640

Artists

Rembrandt Harmensz. van RijnArtist

Description

Pale diagonal markings in the center of the composition are probably transfers from the texture of twill blankets used in printing. The biting of the plate was very shallow, and perhaps Rembrandt used less pressure than usual in printing.

Classification

Prints

Technique

Etching and drypoint

Medium

Etching and drypoint on white antique laid paper

Culture

Dutch

Century

17th century

Division

European and American Art

Department

Department of Prints

Dimensions

plate: 12.9 x 10.4 cm (5 1/16 x 4 1/8 in.)

Provenance

Graphische Sammlung Albertina, Vienna (L. 5d), auction sale, 1922. see 5d text for 'Veraussert' stamp use Carl and Rose Hirschler, Haarlem, The Netherlands (L. 633a)

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