Widebrim (1632 – 1639) by Rembrandt

Widebrim - Rembrandt - 1632 - 1639

Artwork Information

TitleWidebrim
ArtistRembrandt
Date1632 - 1639
Art MovementBaroque
Current LocationRoyal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, Brussels, Belgium

About Widebrim

The artwork entitled “Widebrim,” attributed to Rembrandt, dates from approximately 1632 to 1639 and falls within the Baroque period. This sketch and study exhibits the draughtsmanship for which Rembrandt is renowned and belongs to the collection of the Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium, located in Brussels, Belgium.

In analyzing the artwork, one observes the portrayal of a figure donned in garments characteristic of the era, the most distinctive feature being the wide-brimmed hat giving the sketch its name. Rembrandt’s mastery is apparent in the confident line work, which captures the essence of the figure’s posture and attire with economy, yet with enough detail to convey a sense of volume and texture. The figure stands in a reflective or introspective pose, arms crossed, suggesting a moment of thought or repose. Despite being a study, the character exuded by the figure reflects the artist’s skill in rendering human expression and fabric with a few well-placed strokes, illustrative of Rembrandt’s practice within the Baroque movement’s emphasis on realism and emotional depth.

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