Description
Lose yourself in thought with the help of one of Rembrandt’s rediscovered classics. A master of the Dutch Golden Age, Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn used rich details and the effects of light to portray his subject matter. This can be seen in this 1632 depiction of an old male at his desk in thought, the sunlight from the window the only brightness. A woman on the other side of the room tends to everyday chores in the darkness, with both people seemingly unaware of the other’s presence. The themes of religion and faith were a constant in Rembrandt’s work, which has led many to reinterpret “The Philosopher in Meditation” through this lens. In fact, some contemporary scholars believe the painting was actually inspired by the book of Tobit and have taken to calling it “Interior with Tobit and Anna”. Regardless, this work from his early Amsterdam years has remained popular to the present day among all ages and classes. Make a centerpiece of your relaxation area with a hand-painted reproduction from overstockArt.
