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Boże Narodzenie u Rembrandta: An Online Exhibition Exploring Nativity Art and Dutch Masters

This virtual event delved into Rembrandt's profound artistic interpretations of Christ's birth and their influence.

The "Boże Narodzenie u Rembrandta" online event was a unique opportunity to explore the renowned Dutch master's festive art. It highlighted paintings, graphics, and drawings depicting the birth of Christ, showcasing works by Rembrandt and his followers. This exploration offered insights into how these masterworks were perceived and influenced other artists, with a special nod to the collection of King Stanisław August.

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Exhibition summary

An online Christmas event dedicated to Rembrandt's artistic interpretations of Christ's birth. The session will explore paintings, graphics, and drawings by Rembrandt and his followers related to the Nativity iconography, drawing parallels with King Stanisław August's collection.

Curatorial context

This online event, titled 'Christmas with Rembrandt,' offered a unique opportunity to engage with the festive art of the renowned Dutch master. Held virtually on December 12, 2020, it delved into Rembrandt's artistic contributions to the Nativity theme. The session highlighted paintings, graphics, and drawings that depict the birth of Christ, showcasing not only Rembrandt's own works but also those of his pupils and imitators. This exploration aimed to shed light on how Rembrandt's masterworks were perceived and how they influenced other artists, with a special nod to the collection of King Stanisław August, which featured pieces by the Dutch artist. The event was led by Przemysław Głowacki, an experienced art historian and museum educator known for his popularization of art history. Głowacki, who has lectured at prestigious institutions like the Warsaw School of Film and the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw, brought his expertise to this thematic discussion. The event was funded by the Polish Ministry of Culture, National Heritage and Sport as part of the 'Accessible Culture' program, underscoring its commitment to cultural accessibility.

Admission and ticket notes

Admission to this online event was free. Registration was required by emailing [email protected] by December 11, 2020, at 4:00 PM. A link to the virtual space would be sent to the email address used for booking. The number of available places was limited.

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Featuring works by Rembrandt van Rijn and his students and followers.
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