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Man Pulling a Rope
The painting depicts a man standing and pulling a rope. It shows a study of the human figure and physical effort, indicating the artist's interest in anatomy and movement of the figure.
Portrait of the Creator
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Artist
Rembrandt van Rijn
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Date of birth and death
15 July 1606 – 4 October 1669
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Natinality
Dutch
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Style
Dutch Golden Age, Baroque, masterful chiaroscuro, psychological realism
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Significant works
The Night Watch, The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp, The Jewish Bride, Self-portraits, The Hundred Guilder Print
Information about the work
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Year:
1628
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Theme:
people, work, effort, human figure, baroque
Internal Narrative and Creative Framework
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Inner Narrative
The work addresses the theme of human toil and determination, showing a man in action, which may symbolize struggle and effort in everyday life.
The key to interpreting the work
Interpret as a study of the figure and movement, focusing on anatomy and the expression of physical effort in the spirit of Baroque realism.See other works by this artist
Self-Portrait with Saskia in the Parable of the Prodigal Son
- Artist: Rembrandt van Rijn
- Year: 1635
