The descent from the cross by torchlight

"Descent from the Cross by Torchlight" is a powerful religious painting by Rembrandt, created around 1652 as an etching and drypoint. This Baroque work captures the poignant moment of Christ's body being lowered from the cross, illuminated by flickering torchlight that emphasizes dramatic shadows and emotional intensity. Only one state of this print is known, with notable impressions preserved in major collections like the Rijksmuseum, British Museum, and Rembranthuis. Signed and dated in the lower right, the plate's shadow details were adjusted after Rembrandt's death, adding to its historical significance.