The Entombment is a powerful print created by Rembrandt van Rijn in 1654. This masterful work on paper depicts the somber moment immediately following the Crucifixion, where Christ’s body is lowered into the tomb. Characteristic of the Dutch Golden Age, Rijn utilizes deep shadow and dramatic illumination to focus attention on the central figures and heighten the emotional impact of the scene. The subtle gradations achievable through printmaking techniques allow Rijn to explore spiritual darkness and sudden bursts of divine light, a hallmark of his mature style.
During the 1650s, Rijn was at the height of his graphic genius, producing highly textured and deeply expressive religious narratives. The composition emphasizes the weighty grief of the mourners, notably the figures supporting the Virgin Mary, who is often shown collapsing in despair at the sight of her son’s lifeless body. Unlike traditional Italian Renaissance interpretations of the Passion, Rijn grounds his figures in deeply human sorrow and vulnerability. This original print is part of the esteemed collection of the Rijksmuseum, where it is preserved as a cornerstone example of the Dutch master’s achievements in graphic arts. Because the work is historically significant and now resides in the public domain, high-quality reproductions and detailed studies of Rijn's distinctive prints are widely accessible to scholars and art enthusiasts globally.
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