The Three Crosses, Version 2 benedictine Key Notes about the Image

Key Notes about the Image

Though he was originally a Protestant

Dressed in a humble and flowing robe

struck by formidable blows

the allurements of guilt

The Three Crosses, Version 2 benedictine Key Notes about the ImageThis is an alternate version of "The Three Crosses" a drypoint by the Dutch artist Rembrandt van Rijn, which depicts the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Most of his prints are mainly in etching and this one is a drypoint with burin adjustments since the third state. It is considered "one of the most dynamic prints ever made" Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn was a Dutch draughtsman, painter and print maker. An innovative and prolific master in three media,