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Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn — The Raising of Lazarus: the larger plate
Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn

The Raising of Lazarus: the larger plate

This powerful etching and engraving by Rembrandt depicts the biblical miracle of Christ raising Lazarus from the dead, rendered in the artist's characteristically dramatic style with bold contrasts of light and shadow. Created around 1632, this impression represents the eighth state of nine, printed on buff laid paper and showing the natural patina of age and use. The composition exemplifies Rembrandt's mastery of the printmaking medium, combining precise engraving with expressive etching to create a scene charged with spiritual intensity and emotional movement.

Medium
Etching and engraving, circa 1632, a good but later impression of New Hollstein's eighth state (of nine) on buff laid paper, with some signs of wear in the plate, sheet 374 x 260 mm (14 3/4 x 10 1/4 in), thread margins, even toning and minor surface dirt, (unframed), Literature:, Bartsch 73; New Hollstein 113, Condition, Related Lots, BACK TO AUCTION CATALOGUE, Johann Theodor de Bry (1561-1623) Christi Triumphus (The Triumph of Christ), after Titian (c. 1488-1576), Estimate: £800 - 1,200, Albrec

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Prints & Works on Paper 1500-2026

March 31, 2026

Lot 303

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Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn, The Raising of Lazarus: the larger plate

This powerful etching and engraving by Rembrandt depicts the biblical miracle of Christ raising Lazarus from the dead, rendered in the artist's characteristically dramatic style with bold contrasts of light and shadow. Created around 1632, this impression represents the eighth state of nine, printed on buff laid paper and showing the natural patina of age and use. The composition exemplifies Rembrandt's mastery of the printmaking medium, combining precise engraving with expressive etching to create a scene charged with spiritual intensity and emotional movement.

Medium
Etching and engraving, circa 1632, a good but later impression of New Hollstein's eighth state (of nine) on buff laid paper, with some signs of wear in the plate, sheet 374 x 260 mm (14 3/4 x 10 1/4 in), thread margins, even toning and minor surface dirt, (unframed), Literature:, Bartsch 73; New Hollstein 113, Condition, Related Lots, BACK TO AUCTION CATALOGUE, Johann Theodor de Bry (1561-1623) Christi Triumphus (The Triumph of Christ), after Titian (c. 1488-1576), Estimate: £800 - 1,200, Albrec
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Related themes

Dramatic, Old Testament, Etching, Baroque, Religious Narrative, Dutch, resurrection miracle, Chiaroscuro, 17th Century, large print

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