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19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” C.1870 – Amand-durand

Name: 19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” C.1870 – Amand-durand
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1229648
Price: 599 GBP
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19th century

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Description

19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” c.1870 – Amand-Durand

Brief Description:

This is an exceptional-quality original 19th-century etching after Rembrandt van Rijn’s celebrated 1639 masterpiece, The Death of the Virgin.

The extraordinarily detailed composition depicts the elderly Virgin Mary upon her deathbed, surrounded by a gathering of grieving figures, including apostles, attendants and a physician, while heavenly figures and angels appear dramatically through the clouds above.

Dating to the third quarter of the 19th century, this extremely fine impression was probably produced by the celebrated French master printmaker and engraver Charles Amand-Durand (1831–1905), who became renowned for his exceptionally accomplished reproductions of works by Rembrandt and other Old Masters.

This is undoubtedly one of the finest examples of this subject that we have encountered.

When examined beneath magnification, the extraordinary intricacy of the line work, cross-hatching, tonal variation and minute detail becomes particularly apparent. The quality of execution is quite breathtaking and demonstrates why Rembrandt's etchings remain amongst the most admired works in the history of printmaking.

The work bears a pencil inscription/signature “De Rembrandt” to the lower right margin, with a further indistinct pencil inscription to the lower left.

It is presently mounted beneath glass within a simple ebonised frame, which has protected and presented the work well. However, given the quality and importance of the image, we would humbly suggest that it would be worthy of a much grander period-style frame.

This really is, as we say in the art world, a keeper — an exceptionally decorative and historically fascinating interpretation of one of Rembrandt's most celebrated religious compositions.

The new owner will undoubtedly be delighted with this beautiful and highly accomplished 19th-century work.

Attributes:

Etching

Circa: 1860-1875

Condition:

Both the etching and the frame are offered in an overall beautiful original condition.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 21.2'' | 53.8 cm

Width: 17.2'' | 43.6 cm

Depth: 0.5'' | 1.2 cm

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Height

53.8cm (21.18")

Width

43.6cm (17.17")

Depth

1.2cm (0.47")

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Artsonline has dated this Rembrandt Death Virgin Etching to the 19th Century.

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Description

19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” c.1870 – Amand-Durand

Brief Description:

“

This is an exceptional-quality original 19th-century etching after Rembrandt van Rijn’s celebrated 1639 masterpiece, The Death of the Virgin.

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fig 1. Monochrome etching depicting the death of the Virgin Mary surrounded by figures and angels near a canopy bed. — fig 1. 19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” C.1870 – Amand-durand

The extraordinarily detailed composition depicts the elderly Virgin Mary upon her deathbed, surrounded by a gathering of grieving figures, including apostles, attendants and a physician, while heavenly figures and angels appear dramatically through the clouds above.

fig 2. Monochrome etching depicting the death of the Virgin Mary surrounded by figures and angels near a canopy bed. — fig 2. 19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” C.1870 – Amand-durand

Dating to the third quarter of the 19th century, this extremely fine impression was probably produced by the celebrated French master printmaker and engraver Charles Amand-Durand (1831–1905), who became renowned for his exceptionally accomplished reproductions of works by Rembrandt and other Old Masters.

fig 3. Monochrome etching depicting the death of the Virgin Mary surrounded by figures and angels near a canopy bed. — fig 3. 19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” C.1870 – Amand-durand

This is undoubtedly one of the finest examples of this subject that we have encountered.

When examined beneath magnification, the extraordinary intricacy of the line work, cross-hatching, tonal variation and minute detail becomes particularly apparent. The quality of execution is quite breathtaking and demonstrates why Rembrandt's etchings remain amongst the most admired works in the history of printmaking.

fig 4. Monochrome etching depicting the death of the Virgin Mary surrounded by figures and angels near a canopy bed. — fig 4. 19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” C.1870 – Amand-durand

The work bears a pencil inscription/signature “De Rembrandt” to the lower right margin, with a further indistinct pencil inscription to the lower left.

It is presently mounted beneath glass within a simple ebonised frame, which has protected and presented the work well. However, given the quality and importance of the image, we would humbly suggest that it would be worthy of a much grander period-style frame.

fig 5. Monochrome etching depicting the death of the Virgin Mary surrounded by figures and angels near a canopy bed. — fig 5. 19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” C.1870 – Amand-durand

This really is, as we say in the art world, a keeper — an exceptionally decorative and historically fascinating interpretation of one of Rembrandt's most celebrated religious compositions.

The new owner will undoubtedly be delighted with this beautiful and highly accomplished 19th-century work.

Attributes:

Etching

Circa: 1860-1875

Condition:

Both the etching and the frame are offered in an overall beautiful original condition.

Framed Measurements:

INCHES & CENTIMETRES

Height: 21.2'' | 53.8 cm

Width: 17.2'' | 43.6 cm

fig 7. Monochrome etching depicting the death of the Virgin Mary surrounded by figures and angels near a canopy bed. — fig 7. 19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” C.1870 – Amand-durand

Depth: 0.5'' | 1.2 cm

^^ Fast & Free UK Delivery Included^^

A Certificate of Authenticity (COA) will be provided by artsonline with this piece*

Delivery

Artsonline UK ships worldwide daily, using only fully insured, priority, and fully tracked delivery services.

fig 8. Monochrome etching depicting the death of the Virgin Mary surrounded by figures and angels near a canopy bed. — fig 8. 19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” C.1870 – Amand-durand

Great care and much time are taken to ensure the safe transportation of the Fine Art and Antique pieces we sell.

We pack extremely carefully, so you can rest assured that your piece will arrive with you in perfect condition.

fig 9. Monochrome etching depicting the death of the Virgin Mary surrounded by figures and angels near a canopy bed. — fig 9. 19th-century Rembrandt Etching “The Death of the Virgin” C.1870 – Amand-durand

For larger paintings, antique furniture pieces, and fragile items that can not be sent via the normal postal services, we use professional door-to-door delivery providers, who will always strive to deliver your piece promptly, within approx. 7-14 working days.