Rembrandt

Rembrandt van Rijn, born in 1606 in Leiden, Netherlands, was a master of the Dutch Golden Age. A prolific painter, printmaker, and draughtsman, he revolutionized art with his extraordinary use of light, shadow, and emotional depth. Despite early success and wealth, he faced personal tragedies and financial difficulties later in life. Renowned for his portraits, self-portraits, and biblical scenes, Rembrandt is considered one of the greatest visual artists in European art history. He died in Amsterdam in 1669, leaving an unparalleled artistic legacy.