Rembrandt's roughness

Abstract

Roughness is the sensual quality most often associated with Rembrandt's idiosyncratic style. It best defines the specific structure of his painterly textures that subtly capture and engage the imagination of the beholder. Rembrandt's Roughness examines how the artist's unconventional technique pushed the possibillities of painting into startling and unexpected realms.--From front cover

Contents

Introduction -- 1. The Painter's Intention -- 2. Clair-Obscure I: Shadow Play -- 3. Deepened Insight: On the Visibility of Rembrandt's Imprimature -- 4. Clair-Obscure II: Light Play -- 5. The Color Red as Visionary Space -- 6. Signing Off -- Epilogue -- Notes -- Bibliography -- Index -- Photo Credits.