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Rembrandt van Rijn

His life and talent 16 paintings

Storyteller, rebel, father and widower. Rembrandt's life was turbulent, his talent unparalleled. Here you will find 16 of his most important works. They tell you more about his life and career.

Self-portrait Self-portrait

Self-Portrait, Rembrandt

1:00 min. - The 22-year-old Rembrandt seen here did not shy away from experimenting
Rembrandt’s Son Titus in a Monk’s Habit Rembrandt’s Son Titus in a Monk’s Habit

Rembrandt's Son Titus

1:09 min. - You can almost feel the silence

Self-portrait as the Apostle Paul Self-portrait as the Apostle Paul

Self-Portrait as the Apostle Paul

1:01 min. - Look at the thick paint in Rembrandt’s turban