The Resurrection of Lazarus 1642

Curator: This is Rembrandt van Rijn's "The Resurrection of Lazarus," an etching held in the Harvard Art Museums. Editor: It's incredibly stark, almost ghostly. The contrast between light and shadow is immediately striking. Curator: Absolutely. Notice how Rembrandt uses dense, layered lines to create deep shadows around the tomb's entrance. This heightens the drama. Editor: The figure of Lazarus emerging feels particularly relevant today. There's a sense of breaking free from constraints, of emerging into a world radically changed by hardship. Curator: A keen observation. The composition guides our eye to the central figures, yet also emphasizes the architecture. Editor: The piece serves as a reminder of resilience during times of uncertainty. Curator: Indeed. It is a compelling work, technically brilliant and full of expressive power.