rembrandt
Definition
- Proper noun:
- A renowned Dutch painter and etcher: Rembrandt refers to Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, a highly influential artist of the 17th century, known for his mastery of light and shadow, psychological depth, and realistic portrayals.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The museum is exhibiting several works by Rembrandt.
- Rembrandt is often considered one of the greatest visual artists in history.
Advanced Usage
- Used attributively to describe a style or quality: The name can be used adjectivally to denote a style reminiscent of the artist's work.
- The portrait had a Rembrandt-like quality, with its dramatic chiaroscuro.
- He is sometimes called the Rembrandt of photography for his use of light.
Variants and Related Words
- Rembrandtesque (adj): Resembling or characteristic of the style of Rembrandt.
- The painter's Rembrandtesque technique was highly praised.
Synonyms
- Master painter: A term emphasizing supreme artistic skill.
- Old Master: Refers to a distinguished European artist of the period before 1800, especially of the 17th century.
Related Phrases and Idioms
- A Rembrandt in the attic: An idiom suggesting the discovery of a very valuable, hidden work of art, alluding to the high value of Rembrandt's paintings.
- Finding that old painting was like finding a Rembrandt in the attic.
Noun
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influential Dutch artist (1606-1669)
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