Wednesday
Oct242018
Did You Know?

A dark varnish applied to Rembrandt’s 16th century painting, “The Night Watch” gave the false impression that it was a night scene, leading to its name. The varnish was only removed in the 1940s.


“Sister Wendy Beckett has transformed public appreciation of art through her astonishing knowledge, insight and passion for painting and painters.” This set includes Sister Wendy's Story of Painting, Sister Wendy's Odyssey, and Sister Wendy's Grand Tour. Simultaneously delightful and scholarly--this is a must have for anyone interested in art history.
A dark varnish applied to Rembrandt’s 16th century painting, “The Night Watch” gave the false impression that it was a night scene, leading to its name. The varnish was only removed in the 1940s.
Reader Comments