REMBRANDT

Rembrandt lighting is called that due to the Dutch painter Rembrandt, who popularized it with his oil paintings. Rembrandt was well known for creating scenes with mostly dark backgrounds and dramatic white lighting. You can see examples of this in his works, like The Return of the Prodigal Son and The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp. Director Cecil B. DeMille coined the term, and it is now widely used in both studio photography and cinematography. Find a variety of fine art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers on 1stDibs.

While we don't know for sure what Rembrandt enjoyed painting the most, inferences can be made by considering the body of his work. Rembrandt produced many self-portraits, suggesting that he liked to paint his own face. In addition, his many dramatically lit scenes of stories from the Bible and ancient history indicate that he had a passion for bringing well-known stories to life through his paintings. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Rembrandt van Rijn art.

Rembrandt's etchings are important because of the influence they had on printmaking. The printing techniques that he employed allowed each of his prints to seem very unique while making it possible for him to mass produce his images. Printmakers that followed utilized the advancements he made in the field to create and distribute their own prints. Find a range of Rembrandt art on 1stDibs.

Rembrandt Bugatti was an Italian sculptor who is best remembered for his bronze sculptures that depict wildlife. He was the son of celebrated designer Carlo Bugatti. On 1stDibs, shop authentic Rembrandt Bugatti sculptures from some of the world’s top sellers.

Rembrandt made around 300 paintings over the course of his career. The exact number is unknown because many of his works have been lost or stolen. In addition to painting, the Dutch artist produced around 300 etchings and 2,000 drawings. Shop a collection of Rembrandt van Rijn art on 1stDibs.