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The composition features an arched top boundary line measuring approximately 6.2 by 5.1 inches (157 by 130 mm) for the image area. A signature and date reading 'Rembrandt. / 1645.' appear in the lower-left corner. The work is executed in high-density cross-hatching, characteristic of 17th-century etching techniques. It is mounted in a modern conservation-style mat with an inner gilt fillet and displayed under glass. Compare with other prints in the archive: [Miniature Print of Rembrandt's 'The Night Watch' in Rococo-Style Frame](https://curiosa.com/archive/prints/miniature-framed-reproduction-of-rembrandts-the-night-watch), [Old Man with a Divided Fur Cap (B. 265) - Intaglio Print](https://curiosa.com/archive/prints/rembrandt-etching-old-man-with-a-divided-fur-cap-bartsch-265), [Rembrandt van Rijn (after) - A Girl Sleeping (Hendrickje Stoffels), Facsimile Print](https://curiosa.com/archive/prints/rembrandt-sketch-of-a-girl-sleeping-authorized-facsimile). ## PRINT LINEAGE Rembrandt van Rijn completed this etching (Bartsch 34) in Amsterdam in 1645. According to the New Hollstein Rembrandt Research Project, the plate exists in two states, with early lifetime impressions identifiable by the presence of the 'two-state' burr on the drypoint lines and specific watermarks ... Rembrandt van Rijn completed this etching (Bartsch 34) in Amsterdam in 1645. According to the New Hollstein Rembrandt Research Project, the plate exists in two states, with early lifetime impressions identifiable by the presence of the 'two-state' burr on the drypoint lines and specific watermarks like the Foolscap or Seven Provinces (Christie's 2021). Sotheby's sales data from 2023 indicates that lifetime impressions of this 157 by 130 mm plate command significant premiums over the subsequent Basan or Jean editions published in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Read full story ## COLLECTOR NOTES 1 Rembrandt etched this narrative twice, returning to the subject in a 1655 plate (Bartsch 35) that depicts the subsequent dramatic climax where the angel physically restrains Abraham. ## SCARCITY Very Rare 95-98% Common Legendary Museum-quality consideration with documented examples tracked by specialists. Appear at auction perhaps once a year. Rarity 8/10. Curiosa currently catalogues 1 prints item at rarity 8 or higher. ### Typical Characteristics - Museum-quality consideration - Tracked by specialists - Auction house highlight pieces ### AUTHENTICITY CONFIDENCE Low (15% confidence) #### Confidence Factors - Rembrandt etchings are among the most heavily restruck and reproduced prints in the global market. - Intaglio facsimiles (like Amand-Durand photogravures) produce authentic-looking plate marks and raised ink lines that mimic early strikes. - The elaborate modern framing style (gilt fillet matting) is frequently utilized by commercial galleries to market posthumous strikes or 20th-century reproductions. Expert review recommended. Consider consulting a specialist before making purchasing decisions. [How does authenticity detection work?](/fake-art-detection) ## PRINT SPECIALIST'S TAKE Museum-Trained Art Historian Connoisseur Identification of the visual subject and plate reference is certain. However, confidence in determining whether this is a lifetime impression, a Basan posthumous pull, or a 19th-century Amand-Durand facsimile is severely limited by the glass and framing. ### KEY EVIDENCE - 1 In-plate signature and date: 'Rembrandt. / 1645.' identifying the composition as Bartsch 34. - 2 Visual presence of a physical plate mark indentation along the lower edge, confirming an intaglio printing process rather than flat lithography. - 3 High-contrast ink deposition with no obvious plate wear (burin rework), which paradoxically increases the likelihood of a 19th/20th-century photographic facsimile. ### UNCERTAINTIES - • Inability to examine the paper matrix for 17th-century period watermarks (e.g., foolscap or Strasbourg lily). - • Glass barrier prevents evaluation of ink texture and microscopic analysis of line quality required to differentiate a worn early plate from a photogravure. ### WHAT WOULD IMPROVE CERTAINTY - → Unframe the piece to examine the verso for collector stamps and assess the margins. - → Hold the paper to a strong backlight to identify any period watermarks. - → Examine the inked lines under 10x to 30x magnification to distinguish between traditional acid-bitten lines and the reticulated grain of heliogravure. COLLECTOR GLOSSARY (4 terms) ## CONDITION & GRADE Very Good ### Grading breakdown Toning appears relatively even across the visible sheet. No heavy foxing, planar distortion, or obvious tearing is apparent within the sight area. ### Condition Visually appears in stable condition under modern glazing. The paper ground shows mild typical toning. An indented plate mark is visible along the lower edge. Full assessment of margins, paper matrix, and hinges is restricted by the frame. ## PRINT MARKET VALUATION $25,000 - $65,000 Updated: May 10, 2026 How we estimate value ### Who buys this Private print collectors, interior designers, and auction bidders seeking recognizable Old Master compositions at accessible price points. ### What increases value - • Verification of a 17th-century lifetime impression via watermark analysis - • Richness of the ink ('burr') typical of early pulls before plate degradation - • Presence of wide, untrimmed paper margins ### What lowers value - • Confirmation as a 19th-century mass-produced facsimile - • Trimming of the paper matrix inside the original plate mark - • Acid burn or foxing caused by non-archival framing materials ### What makes top-tier examples - • Early state impressions printed directly by Rembrandt - • Inclusion in a recognized catalogue raisonne with verified provenance dating prior to 1800 ### Grade & condition Paper integrity, absence of foxing or tears, margin size, and the clarity and contrast of the inked lines without excessive modern restoration. ### Rarity & demand Very Rare High demand Moderate liquidity [Browse similar prints objects](/archive/prints) For informational purposes only, not a formal appraisal. ## FROM THE CABINET OF [![The Collector](https://smpgbcsonkmwzognzosu.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/public/avatars/ff5db914-ae15-4a16-b7a7-b61c741ea110/avatar-1767558257141.jpg) ](/cabinet/the-collector) [ ### The Collector ](/cabinet/the-collector) Relic Hunter • 117 items [View Full Cabinet](/cabinet/the-collector) ### COMMENTS No comments yet. 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