Old Man with a Divided Fur Cap

1640

Dutch, 1606-1669

As in many of Rembrandt's paintings, this half length figure is not a portrait but a study of an impressive man in a fascinating costume. Such figures would often reappear in his paintings of biblical or mythological subjects. Rembrandt clearly enjoyed exploring the different textures--the fine wiry hair and beard, the shimmering cloak, and the dense fur of the hat.

Etching

5 7/8 x 5 5/16 in. (15 x 13.5 cm)

Manson F. Backus Memorial Collection

35.182

Not currently on view

Resources

Exhibition HistorySeattle, Washington, Seattle Art Museum, "Durer, Rembrandt, and Goya: Old Masters Prints from the Seattle Art Museum Collection", May 31, 2001 - January 1, 2002 (5/31/2001 - 1/1/2002)

Seattle, Washington, Seattle Art Museum, "Rembrandt Prints From The Seattle Art Museum's Permanent Collection", June 3 - July 25, 1993, 6/3 - 7/25/93 in conjunction with Dutch and Flemish Paintings: The Harold Samuel Collection. (06/03/1993 - 07/25/1993)

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