There is undeniable romance to the tale of a great but misunderstood artist, whose fame arrives only after a tragic, penniless death. The story of …
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Rembrandt: From Rags To Riches And Back Again
As a painter, etcher, and draughtsman, Rembrandt is a sun among the stars of the Dutch Golden Age. Then as now, he was considered among the most skilled artists of all time. Despite the enormous success, however, the Dutchman would see his coffers emptied, his once-booming workshop closed, and his home and possessions auctioned off before the end.
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