The Descent from the Cross, Rembrandt Harmensz van Rijn, Dutch, 1606–1669, Etching on paper, Rays of light throw the central group, representing the figure of Christ being removed from the Cross, into strong relief. Other figures in the foreground, right; background, left. Spectator, left, wears a richly embroidered cap and Oriental turban (probably Joseph of Arimathea)., Netherlands, 1633, figures, Print

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