... chiaroscuro scenes by his professor, but he surpassed the technical skill of Lastman by means of incorporating reflected light. Rembrandt moved from Leiden to Amsterdam during a time of vast economical growth in the capital due to the expansion of the United East Indiies Company. This growth increased Amsterdam's population to over 90,000 which became one reason for the ... well as a gold earring with a precious stone. The sitter's facial features are illustrated with extreme precision and detail on every wrinkle, fold, and hair - creating a naturalistic expression. It was this style that...

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