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The Circumcision: Small Plate, by Rembrandt, 1630

The Circumcision: Small Plate

Rembrandt

1630

From the collection of Cleveland Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Circumcision: Small Plate is a 1630 by Rembrandt, a Baroque work, held at Cleveland Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Rembrandt
When & what style?
1630 · Baroque
Where can I see it?
Cleveland Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a group of people gathered around a baby, who is being held by a man. The baby is the center of attention, and the people around him seem to be watching with interest. The scene is set in a dimly lit room, with shadows cast on the walls. In the background, there is a large archway that adds to the sense of grandeur and importance. The overall mood of the painting is one of solemnity and reverence. If you're interested in learning more about this style of art, you might want to explore the Baroque movement.

About the artist

Portrait of Rembrandt
Artist

Rembrandt

Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (15 July 1606 – 4 October 1669), known mononymously as Rembrandt, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, printmaker, and draughtsman.

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