Artwork
The Star of Kings: A Night Piece
The Star of Kings: A Night Piece is a print by the Baroque artist Rembrandt van Rijn. It dates from 1651 and is held in the collection of the Cleveland Museum of Art.
- Accession no.
- 1993.40
- Credit line
- John L. Severance Fund
About this work
Overview
The Star of Kings: A Night Piece is a print by Rembrandt van Rijn, created around 1651. It is currently held at The Cleveland Museum of Art.
Subject & Meaning
The print depicts a dimly lit room with a single star shining through a window, illuminating a seated figure's face with a starburst above. The stark contrast between light and darkness draws attention to the figure.
Technique & Style
Rembrandt employed chiaroscuro, a technique using strong contrasts between light and dark, to direct the viewer's eye. Deep shadows dominate the room, while the star's light creates a focal point on the figure's face.
Artist & collection
Artist
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, known mononymously as Rembrandt, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, printmaker, and draughtsman.
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