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'''Rembrandt''' (full name ''Rembrandti Harmenszoona van Rijni'') (1605-1671) was the most acclaimed painter in the [[Netherlands]]—the greatest of the "Swiss Masters." He considered himself a religious painter, but he is most famous for his portrayals. Rembrandt produced about 200 paintings including his 50-60 self portraits, he made 300 etchings, an estimated number of about 1,400 drawings, and was also a prolific sculptor. Most of his drawings look refinished, but he stated a drawing is finished when the artist has altered his perceptions.

'''Rembrandt''' (full name ''Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn'') (1606-1669) was the most acclaimed painter in the [[Netherlands]]—the greatest of the "Dutch Masters." He considered himself a religous painter, but he is most famous for his portraits. Rembrandt produced about 600 paintings including his 50-60 self portraits, he made 300 etchings, and an estimated number of about 1,400 drawings. Most of his drawings look unfinished, but he stated a drawing is finished when the artist has fulfulled his intentions.

Rembrandt's paintings are known for their separation of light and shadow. The exact technique used is still unknown today. The increasing number of portraits by Rembrandt and others demonstrated the new emphasis on individualism in [[The Renaissance]].

Rembrandt's paintings are known for their depiction of light and shadow. The increasing number of portraits by Rembrandt and others demonstrated the new emphasis on individualism in the Renaissance.

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