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100 1 _aMorse, Peter
245 1 0 _aRembrandt's Etching Technique: An Example
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2008-08-31
508 _aProduced by Chris Curnow, Viv, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Rembrandt's Etching Technique: An Example" by Peter Morse is a scholarly work produced in the mid-20th century. This publication fits within the realm of art criticism and technical analysis, focusing specifically on Rembrandt van Rijn's etching processes. The book examines a particular print, "Landscape with a hay barn and a flock of sheep," created by Rembrandt in 1650, providing insight into the artist's methods and materials during his mature period. In this detailed exploration, Morse analyzes Rembrandt's etching technique, illustrating how the artist skillfully combined etching and drypoint to achieve clarity and depth in his work. The book discusses the preparatory steps that Rembrandt undertook, including various sketches leading up to the final print, emphasizing the precision and deliberation behind what is often perceived as spontaneous artistry. Additionally, Morse delves into the specific materials used, such as the type of copper plates and etching grounds, while also considering the artist's economic and personal context during the creation of the print. Ultimately, the text affirms that Rembrandt's mastery lies not just in innate talent but in a profound understanding of his craft and technique. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aRembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn, 1606-1669
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/26496
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