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REMBRANDT Harmenszoon van Rijn (b. 1606, Leiden, d. 1669, Amsterdam) |
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Studies of a Mater Dolorosac. 1637Brown ink, red chalk, 200 x 140 mm Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam | |
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Catalogue number: Benesch 152. In spite of being a Protestant, Rembrandt honoured apostles, evangelists, prophets and, especially, Mary the mother of God. This drawing contains studies of a Mater Dolorosa and other mourners beneath the Cross. The inscription reads: A devout treasure to be preserved in a tender heart to comfort her compassionate soul. | |
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