Artwork
Portrait of Rembrandt's Mother
Portrait of Rembrandt's Mother is an oil painting by the Dutch Golden Age artist Gerrit Dou. It dates from 1650 and is held in the collection of the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister.
About this work
Overview
This oil painting, created around 1650, is a portrait attributed to Gerrit Dou, a Dutch Golden Age painter and former student of Rembrandt.
Subject & Meaning
The portrait depicts an elderly woman, identified as Neeltje Willemsdr. Zuytbrouck, Rembrandt's mother, holding an open book. Her serious expression and introspective gaze suggest contemplation or study.
Technique & Style
The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a dramatic effect, drawing attention to the subject's face. The work showcases Dou's characteristic attention to detail and refined style, typical of the Leiden fijnschilders.
History & Provenance
The painting is now part of the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister collection.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Gerrit Dou (pronounced; 7 April 1613 – 9 February 1675), also known as Gerard Douw or Dow, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, whose small, highly polished paintings are typical of the Leiden fijnschilders.
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