Rembrandt van Rijn (1606–1669) never left his homeland, the Netherlands, but through his extensive work in painting, printmaking, and drawing, he changed the course of Western art. His rich oeuvre includes religious, historical, and secular scenes, as well as one of the most magnificent series of portraits and self-portraits in history. Rembrandt's work focuses on texture, light, and keen observation. Like sudden, subversive visions in a dark street, his figures are illuminated in depth, with unique natural and psychological attention. Whether biblical or mythological figures, powerful members of society, or his fellow citizens, each subject is distinguished not only by the detailed facial characteristics but also by the curiosity of their thoughts and feelings, so that even old stories, such as the biblical tale of David and Bathsheba, acquire a new level of human drama. Rembrandt also left one of the most extensive series of self-portraits of any artist, capturing his face from youth to the year of his death. Rembrandt's rise coincides with the flourishing of the Dutch Golden Age, a period of prosperity in the Netherlands. He was encouraged by wealthy patrons, but was primarily driven by a deep fascination for people. In this book, we explore some of Rembrandt's key paintings, prints, and drawings to introduce his techniques, influences, and outstanding achievements. From the Baroque "Belshazzar's Feast" to the world-renowned "Night Watch," we uncover a world of deep, rich tones, masterful design, and remarkable sensitivity to the human condition.