Description: An etching by Jean-Pierre Norblin de la Gourdaine from 1781, inspired by Rembrandt. Titled "The Scribe." A quiet, contemplative scene of a scribe in a dimly lit room, bent over a table, illuminated by candlelight, with rich drapery hanging behind. Made by Jean-Pierre Norblin de La Gourdaine after Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn. Medium: Etching on wove (vellin) paper. Sheet size: 21.3 x 24 cm (8.39 x 9.45 inch). Image size: 21.3 x 24 cm. (8.39 x 9.45 inch). Condition: good, given age. Slight age toning but in good overall condition. General age-related toning and/or occasional minor defects from handling. Please study scan carefully. THE SCRIBE, NORBLIN, REMBRANDT, ETCHING, CANDLELIGHT, 18TH CENTURY PRINT, SCRIBE, QUIET SCENE | PCO-EXPO-417 (POLISH) BACKGROUND INFORMATION Source: unknown, to be determined. Reference: Hillemacher 14. Biography engraver: Jean-Pierre Norblin de La Gourdaine (1745-1830) was a French-born artist who became a key figure in Polish art, known for his etchings and historical scenes. Biography artist: Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606-1669), usually simply known as Rembrandt, was a Dutch Golden Age painter, printmaker, and draughtsman. He is generally considered one of the greatest visual artists in the history of art. It is estimated Rembrandt produced a total of about three hundred paintings, three hundred etchings, and two thousand drawings.
Price: 638 USD
Location: 6611BX
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Original/Licensed Reprint: Original
Date of Creation: Pre-1800
Listed By: Dealer or Reseller
Subject: Religious
Height (Inches): 9.45
Width (Inches): 8.39
Print Surface: Paper
Type: Print
Artist: Jean-Pierre Norblin de La Gourdaine, Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn
Material: Etching
Year of Production: 1781