Rembrandt, Saskia and me #6
This is the sixth instalment of a journey of exploration starting from a 1636 Rembrandt etching, Self Portrait with Saskia. Here we hear of their engagement and wedding. By 1633 … Continue reading
Rembrandt, Saskia and me #5
This is the fifth instalment of a journey of exploration stimulated by a 1636 Rembrandt etching, Self Portrait with Saskia. Here we further explore the context of their relationship. Hendrick … Continue reading
Rembrandt, Saskia and me #4
This is the fourth instalment of a journey of exploration stimulated by a 1636 Rembrandt etching, Self Portrait with Saskia. Here we further explore the relationship and marriage that led … Continue reading
Rembrandt, Saskia and me #3
This is the third instalment of a journey stimulated by a 1636 Rembrandt etching, Self Portrait with Saskia. Here we begin to explore the relationship and marriage that led up … Continue reading
Rembrandt, Saskia and me #2
This is the second instalment in which I develop my interest Rembrandt’s wife. Here, I talk about the etching that I bought a little more. It appears that the auctioneers … Continue reading
Rembrandt, Saskia and me #1
I recently enjoyed an assignation with Mrs Rembrandt in her home town. She was born in Leeuwarden, the principal town of Friesland in North Holland, and was the daughter of … Continue reading
