Abraham Entertaining the Angels, 1656, Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn, Dutch, 1606–1669, 6 1/4 x 5 3/16 in. ( x cm) (plate), Etching and drypoint, The Netherlands, 17th century, Abraham was deeply interesting to Rembrandt, who returned to the subject throughout his career. Here Abraham (at far right) ministers to three travelers, extending every hospitality his 99 years will allow. Led by a rotund, turbaned figure of God, the trio brings a surprising message: Abraham and his aged wife, Sarah, will have a child. Listening in the doorway, the old woman is amazed

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