Who painted Eliezer and Rebecca at the Well?

Eliezer and Rebecca at the Well was painted by Rembrandt van Rijn in 1644.

Where can I see Eliezer and Rebecca at the Well?

Eliezer and Rebecca at the Well is held by National Gallery of Art.

What movement is Eliezer and Rebecca at the Well?

Eliezer and Rebecca at the Well is associated with Baroque.

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Museum-quality prints of Eliezer and Rebecca at the Well are available made-to-order from Artifact World Gallery.

Artwork

Eliezer and Rebecca at the Well

Rembrandt van Rijn , 1644

Eliezer and Rebecca at the Well is an ink drawing by the Baroque artist Rembrandt van Rijn. It dates from 1644 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

Inscription: Inscribed:Inscribed by a later hand lower left in black ink: Elieser et Rebeca gen. 24. v.14.; lower right in brown ink: 9147

About this work

Overview

Eliezer and Rebecca at the Well is a drawing by Rembrandt van Rijn, created around 1644. It is executed in reed pen and brown ink with brown wash and white gouache.

Subject & Meaning

The drawing depicts a scene with multiple figures, centered around two main characters, one standing and one kneeling, accompanied by a child. The background includes trees and a tent, suggesting a biblical narrative, likely the story of Eliezer and Rebecca.

Technique & Style

The drawing is characterized by quick, sketchy lines and loose, hurried strokes, conveying a sense of movement and emotion. White gouache is used to create highlights, such as on the kneeling figure's sleeve, adding contrast to the brown ink and wash.