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An Introduction to Rembrandt (Icon Editions)

by Kenneth Clark

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This study of a great artist is both a perceptive picture of the man and an acute analysis of some of his most famous works. It shows the human qualities united with the depth of mind that is revealed only after a long contemplation of his paintings, etchings, and drawings.

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Original title: An introduction to Rembrandt
Original publication date: 1978
People/Characters: Rembrandt, Harmenszoon van Rijn, 1606-1669

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Genres: Art & Design, Nonfiction, Biography & Memoir
DDC/MDS: 759.9492 — Arts & recreation Painting History, geographic treatment, biography Other geographic areas Europe Other parts Netherlands
LCC: ND653 .R4 .C49 — Fine Arts Painting Painting History

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Languages: Dutch, English, Spanish
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Published: 1978
Genres: Art & Design, Nonfiction, Biography & Memoir
DDC/MDS: 759.9492
LCC: ND653 .R4 .C49

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