Girl in the Window (1645) by Rembrandt

Girl in the Window - Rembrandt - 1645

Artwork Information

TitleGirl in the Window
ArtistRembrandt
Date1645
Art MovementBaroque
Current LocationDulwich Picture Gallery, London, UK

About Girl in the Window

The artwork entitled “Girl in the Window” was created by Rembrandt, a master of the Dutch Golden Age, in the year 1645. This portrait is an exemplar of the Baroque art movement, characterized by its dramatic use of light and shadow as well as its emotional intensity. The artwork is recognized for its portrayal of the human condition, as it is with many of Rembrandt’s portraits. It currently resides in the Dulwich Picture Gallery, located in London, United Kingdom.

The artwork displays a young girl softly illuminated, peering out of a dark interior, her gaze gently engaging the viewer. The rounded arch of the canvas accentuates the sense of peering through a window. Her face is rendered with delicate light, capturing the innocence and gentle nature of her youthful visage. The intricate manipulation of light and shadow, a technique known as chiaroscuro, illustrates the artist’s ability to create depth and volume. The white blouse she dons and her flushed cheeks are highlighted, offering a stark contrast to the enveloping darkness of the room behind her. Rembrandt’s skill in textures and fabric is evident in the meticulous depiction of the folds in her clothing and the softness of her hair. The portrait is intimate and evocative, inviting contemplation of the subject’s thoughts and emotions, thereby achieving a timeless resonance with its audience.

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