The death (or Dormition) of the Virgin. Etching by Rembrandt, 1639.
- Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, 1606-1669.
- Date:
- 1639
- Reference:
- 21530i
- Pictures
About this work
Description
Grieving women outnumber apostles around the bed. One of the latter arranges a pillow behind the Virgin's head. A physician, dressed in contemporary costume including a fur mantle, takes her pulse. A Jewish high priest stands on the left of the bed, gravely looking down; a servant holds his tall sceptre
Publication/Creation
1639
Physical description
1 print : etching ; platemark 47.9 x 39.9 cm
Contributors
Reference
Wellcome Collection 21530i
Type/Technique
Where to find it
Location Status Access Closed stores