Born in Leiden in 1606, Rembrandt van Rijn (1606-1669) studied in Leiden and Amsterdam before setting up his own studio. In 1632, after moving permanently to Amsterdam, the artist began signing his works with his first name alone, boldly imitating the great Italian artists Leonardo, Michelangelo and Titian.

Rembrandt enjoyed fame throughout Europe during his lifetime for his mastery in painting, etching and drawing, and for his innovative treatment of a wide range of subjects--including biblical and secular history, mythology, landscapes, portraits, nudes, still lifes, allegories, and genre scenes.

The artist's etchings established his renown in large part, and many scholars assert that his skill in the medium has never been surpassed. Rembrandt's first known etching dates to 1628; he completed nearly 300 etchings during his lifetime.

This web exhibit of Rembrandt's works at UAMA is funded by a grant from IMLS.

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