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'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.
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- The Night Watch, Rembrandt's most famous painting
- Supper at Emmaus, one of his religious paintings
