One of Rembrandt's absolute masterpieces, The Standard-bearer is inextricably linked to the history of the Netherlands. Pennant bearers were at the forefront of the Eighty Years' War, which led to the birth of the Netherlands. In this large self-portrait, Rembrandt paints himself rebellious and full of bravado. It was his artistic breakthrough that would lead to The Night Watch.
Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (Leiden, July 15, 1606 - Amsterdam, October 4, 1669) was a Dutch painter, etcher and draughtsman. He is generally considered one of the greatest painters and etchers in European art, and the most important Dutch master of the 17th century. His work belongs to the Baroque period and is visibly influenced by Caravaggism. His remarkable mastery of the play of light and dark, often using sharp contrasts (chiaroscuro) to draw the viewer into the scene, led to vivid scenes full of drama.
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