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Rembrandt van Rijn Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Rembrandt van Rijn · 1606 – 1669

Night Watch

1642 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 363 x 437 cm

Experience Rembrandt's dramatic Baroque masterpiece, The Night Watch. Bring this iconic moment of Dutch history into your home today.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 1 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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The Anatomy Lecture of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp [1632]

1632 · Mauritshuis, The Hague

Experience Rembrandt’s ‘Anatomy Lesson’! A dramatic Baroque masterpiece showcasing anatomical detail & chiaroscuro. Own a piece of Dutch Golden Age art history.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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The return of the prodigal son

1662 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg

Rembrandt

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Self-Portrait with Two Circles

1665

Explore Rembrandt’s ‘Self-Portrait with Two Circles’! A masterful Baroque painting showcasing chiaroscuro & introspective gaze. Discover a timeless work by the Dutch master.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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The Feast of Belshazzar

1635 · National Gallery, London

Experience Rembrandt’s ‘The Feast of Belshazzar’! A Baroque masterpiece showcasing dramatic lighting & rich detail. Explore this iconic Dutch Golden Age painting – a captivating historical drama.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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The jewish bride

Experience Rembrandt’s ‘The Jewish Bride’! A Baroque masterpiece of intimacy & emotion. Explore its rich textures, chiaroscuro lighting & symbolic depth. Own a piece of art history.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Aristotle Contemplating a Bust of Homer

Explore Rembrandt’s "Aristotle Contemplating Homer." A dramatic Baroque masterpiece showcasing light & shadow, intellectual reflection, & a timeless connection between art & philosophy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Doctor Nicolaes Tulp's Demonstration of the Anatomy of the Arm

Delve into Rembrandt's iconic Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Tulp – a dramatic portrayal of scientific observation illuminated by masterful chiaroscuro and capturing the essence of Dutch Golden Age artistry.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Philosopher in Meditation

1632 · The Louvre, Paris · original 28 x 34 cm

Explore Rembrandt’s ‘Philosopher in Meditation,’ a masterpiece of chiaroscuro & symbolism. This 1632 oil painting evokes contemplation & features a unique composition. Louvre treasure!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Self Portrait

1639 · The Louvre, Paris · original 81 x 63 cm

Experience Rembrandt's iconic 'Self Portrait' (1639). A masterful Baroque painting capturing the artist’s soul through dramatic light & shadow, revealing a profound and introspective gaze.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

1631 · Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool · original 570 x 697 cm

Experience the dramatic chiaroscuro of Rembrandt van Rijn's 1631 masterpiece Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man, a profound window into the Dutch Golden Age that invites you to explore his legendary mastery of light.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Autoportrait En St Paul, amsterdam

1661

Experience Rembrandt's masterpiece, 'Autoportrait en St Paul,' a striking self-portrait as Saint Paul. This iconic painting showcases his masterful use of light and shadow, capturing a profound sense of introspection and artistic brilliance.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 12 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Young Jew as Christ

Explore Rembrandt's iconic 'Young Jew as Christ,' a poignant portrayal of empathy and humanity within the artist’s complex relationship with Amsterdam’s Jewish community. Discover its historical context & artistic significance.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 13 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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The Anatomy Lesson of Dr Nicolaes Tulp

1632 · Mauritshuis, The Hague · original 169 x 216 cm

Experience Rembrandt's masterful depiction of an anatomy lesson with 'The Anatomy Lesson of Dr Nicolaes Tulp,' showcasing dramatic lighting and anatomical precision—a cornerstone of Baroque art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Isaac and Rebecca, known as

1669 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 166 x 121 cm

Experience Rembrandt's 'Isaac and Rebecca.' This intimate portrait captures the couple’s connection with masterful light & shadow, expertly reproduced as a stunning hand-painted art reproduction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Woman with a Pink

1626 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 92 x 75 cm

Experience Rembrandt's 'Woman with a Pink'! This captivating 1626 portrait showcases his masterful use of light & shadow, inviting viewers into a moment of quiet beauty and intrigue.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 16 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Biblical Scene

Rembrandt's 'Biblical Scene' showcases his mastery of light and shadow, depicting a poignant moment from the Bible with profound emotion and detail.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 17 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Conspiracy of the Bataves

1661 · Nationalmuseum, Stockholm · original 196 x 309 cm

Experience the dramatic chiaroscuro and intense political tension of Rembrandt van Rijn's 1661 masterpiece Conspiracy of the Bataves, a profound Dutch Baroque triumph that invites you to bring history home.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Lapidation De St Etienne, utrecht

1626

Explore Rembrandt's masterpiece 'Lapidation De St Etienne,' utrecht – a dramatic depiction of Saint Stephen’s martyrdom, influenced by Caravaggio and brimming with symbolic light & shadow. Hand-painted reproductions available!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 19 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Head of a Girl

1645 · The Leiden Collection, New York City · original 20 x 17 cm

A profound sense of introspection defines this luminous portrait by Rembrandt van Rijn from the Dutch Golden Age where masterful chiaroscuro highlights a young girl's serene face inviting you to explore his legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 20 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Agatha Bas (1611-58)

1641 · Royal Collection, London

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 21 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Self Portrait at the Age of 63

1669 · National Gallery, London · original 86 x 71 cm

Experience Rembrandt's introspective genius in 'Self Portrait at the Age of 63.' A poignant depiction of aging, mastery, and artistic depth from the National Gallery.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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A Woman in Bed

1647 · Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh

Explore Rembrandt’s ‘A Woman in Bed’ (1647). A Baroque masterpiece showcasing intense emotion & dramatic chiaroscuro. Discover this iconic painting's beauty and historical significance.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 23 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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The Syndics

1662 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 279 x 191 cm

Experience the dramatic chiaroscuro of Rembrandt van Rijn's The Syndics, a masterful 1662 Dutch Golden Age group portrait capturing civic duty through light and shadow, available for your collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 24 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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Saskia van Uylenburgh in Arcadian Costume

1635 · National Gallery, London · original 124 x 98 cm

Saskia van Uylenburgh in Arcadian Costume by Rembrandt van Rijn is a stunning oil painting from 1635 housed at The National Gallery, London. Utilizing tenebrism and a rich color palette, this portrait embodies humanist ideals and captures Saskia’s dignified grace.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 25 of 1,041 artworks by Rembrandt van Rijn
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The artist

Rembrandt van Rijn

1606 – 1669

Quick facts

Room fitliving room
Mediumsoil on canvas, acrylic on canvas
Also known asRembrandt Harmenszoon Van Rijn, Rembrandt Harmensz. Van Rijn, Rembrandt Harmenszoon
Best occasionsaccent, statement
Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced
Lifespan63 years
Movementsbaroque
Top-ranked workNight Watch

Biography

The Life of Rembrandt van Rijn

Born on 15 July 1606 in Leiden, in the Dutch Republic, Rembrandt van Rijn entered a world of modest means. He was the ninth child born to Harmen Gerritszoon van Rijn and Neeltgen Willemsdochter van Zuijtbrouck. His life was one of immense productivity, spanning many decades of creative output. By the time he died on 4 October 1669, he had left behind a vast legacy that includes about 300 paintings, 300 etchings, and several hundred drawings.

As a painter, printmaker, and draughtsman, he became a central figure of the Dutch Golden Age. His work was not limited to a single medium; he moved between the heavy application of paint and the precise, delicate lines of intaglio printmaking. This technical range allowed his visual ideas to reach far beyond the borders of the Netherlands. His ability to capture human emotion and light became a defining characteristic of his many years of practice.

His surviving works offer a window into a life lived through constant creation. Some of his notable pieces include:

The Night Watch (1642)
The Return of the Prodigal Son (1669)
Isaac and Rebecca (about 1669)

Early Life, Family and Training

Born into a family of modest, industrious means, Rembrandt entered a world shaped by the steady rhythms of trade. His father, Harmen Gerritszoon van Rijn, worked as a miller, while his mother, Neeltgen Willemsdochter van Zuijtbrouck, was the daughter of a baker. This stable upbringing in Leiden provided the foundation for a boy who would eventually command the attention of the Dutch Republic. Before he ever picked up a brush, he attended Latin school, an education that likely sharpened the intellectual depth found in his later compositions.

His formal artistic development began in earnest when he was apprenticed to Jacob van Swanenburg. This three-year period of study provided the technical grounding necessary for a professional career. After completing his apprenticeship, he moved toward the center of the Dutch art world, seeking further instruction in Amsterdam. He spent six months under the guidance of the history painter Pieter Lastman, a period that proved essential in shaping his understanding of complex narrative and human emotion.

Establishing a Career in Leiden and Amsterdam

By 1625, the young artist had moved beyond his apprenticeship and opened a studio in Leiden. He did not work alone; he shared this space with his colleague Jan Lievens. During these years, his output focused on religious and allegorical subjects. He often paid close attention to the fine details of costumes and jewelry in these early works. As his reputation grew, he began to attract his own pupils, including Gerrit Dou and Isaac de Jouderville, which helped establish a professional workshop structure.

A significant shift occurred in 1631 when he moved to Amsterdam. This relocation was a strategic step into the commercial heart of the Dutch Republic. Shortly after his arrival, he became involved with the Amsterdam art dealer Hendrik van Uylenburgh. This connection provided the professional stability and access to high-profile clients necessary to solidify his standing. He soon became a member of the city's guild of painters, a formal recognition of his status within the established artistic community. In this bustling urban environment, he transitioned into a leading portraitist, finding success through a growing network of patrons and the support of the city's merchant class.

Patrons, Workshop and Commissions

Success in the Dutch Golden Age required more than talent; it demanded the right connections. By 1628, Rembrandt had already secured his first recorded buyer, Joan Huydecoper. This early recognition was soon bolstered by the discovery of his talent in 1629 by Constantijn Huygens. Such high-level patronage provided the stability necessary to expand his influence. Prince Frederik Hendrik became a consistent supporter, continuing to purchase his paintings and ensuring the artist's presence in the most influential circles of the time.

As his reputation grew, so did the scale of his operations. He began accepting students in 1627, building a workshop that would become a significant center for artistic production. Among those who studied under his guidance were Gerrit Dou and Isaac de Jouderville. This instructional period allowed him to manage a growing number of commissions while refining the specific techniques that would define his career. His studio was a place of constant activity, where the demands of his patrons met the practical needs of a busy professional practice.

Marriage and Family Life

In 1634, Rembrandt’s personal life underwent a significant change when he married Saskia van Uylenburgh on 2 July. Saskia came from a family of standing; her father, Rombertus Uylenburg, held the positions of mayor and justice of the Court of Friesland. Their union brought a sense of stability to his growing life in Amsterdam, and Saskia became a constant presence in his creative world. She appeared frequently as a model in his drawings and etchings, her likeness becoming a recurring element in his visual language.

The couple had a son, Titus van Rijn, who grew up within the busy atmosphere of the artist's studio. Titus was more than a member of the household; he was a frequent subject for his father's studies and eventually took on the responsibility of managing the family's affairs. The bond between father and son was central to the domestic life of the household, particularly as the years passed and the complexities of the artist's professional and financial standing shifted.

Technique and Artistic Style

Rembrandt had a way of making light feel like a physical presence in a room. He became a master of chiaroscuro, using the sharp contrast between deep shadows and bright highlights to create a sense of drama and weight. This was not merely a trick of the light; it was a way to guide the eye and suggest the hidden depths of a person's character. He used these shadows to sculpt faces and objects, making them feel tangible and real even in the dimmest settings.

His skill extended far beyond the canvas and into the intricate world of intaglio printmaking. He was a prolific etcher who understood how to translate the heavy, atmospheric qualities of his paintings onto a copper plate. To achieve this, he relied on a precise set of technical methods. He used biting to etch lines into the metal, combined with fluid lines and delicate cross-hatching to build up texture. Through subtle tonalities, he could replicate the soft transitions of light that he achieved with a brush, allowing his visual ideas to reach a much wider audience through his prints.

Key Works and Masterpieces

Rembrandt’s ability to capture human emotion is perhaps most visible in his large-scale compositions. In 1642, he completed The Night Watch, a work that demonstrates his command over light and shadow to create a sense of movement and drama. This period of his life saw him moving toward more complex, crowded scenes that required a deep understanding of how light falls across a group of people.

As he aged, his focus often turned toward the weight of human experience and spiritual themes. The Return of the Prodigal Son, finished in 1669, reflects the profound psychological depth he sought in his later years. Similarly, Isaac and Rebecca, painted about 1669, shows his interest in the quiet, intimate connections between individuals. Even in his earlier, more vigorous works like The Blinding of Samson, there is a clear sense of the tension and narrative power he could pull from a single moment.

The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp (1632)
Self Portrait (1639)
The Feast of Belshazzar (1635)

Where to See the Works Today

To encounter the physical presence of Rembrandt's hand, one must travel to several major institutions across Europe and North America. His legacy is spread across many collections, with the National Gallery in London holding sixteen of his works. In Paris, the Louvre maintains thirteen pieces, offering a quiet space to observe his use of light. The Mauritshuis in The Hague is another essential stop, housing twelve works that reflect his development.

The reach of his art extends far beyond the Netherlands. In Munich, the Alte Pinakothek holds eleven paintings, while the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York contains eleven as well. These collections allow us to see how his style evolved from his early years in Leiden to his later, more introspective period. Seeing these works in person reveals the texture of the paint and the depth of the shadows he created.

The Night Watch (1642)
The Return of the Prodigal Son (1669)
Isaac and Rebecca (about 1669)
The Anatomy Lesson of Dr Nicolaes Tulp (1632)
The Blinding of Samson

Questions & Answers

Where are Rembrandt van Rijn's artworks organized by color?

The Spectral Index of Rembrandt van Rijn is a page that organizes the artist's artworks by their colors.

What are the birthplace and birth year of Rembrandt van Rijn?

Rembrandt van Rijn was born in Leiden in 1606.

Where are Rembrandt van Rijn's artworks grouped by art movement?

Rembrandt van Rijn's works can be browsed by movement on the artist's All Movements page.

By the TopImpressionists.com Editorial Team Updated Oct. 12, 2026

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