The Syndics of the Clothmakers' Guild
                                                 by Rembrandt van Rijn 1606-1669

1.  What is the meaning of the word "Harmenszoon" in Rembrandt's name?  ___________________

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2.  How did Rembrandt meet his wife Saskia?  ________________________________________

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3.  What are the names of Rembrandt's children? _______________________________________

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4. Why is it possible to view so many of Rembrandt's paintings today?  ______________________

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5.  Why was it necessary for him to declare bankruptcy?  ________________________________

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6.  Look at the men in the painting "The Syndics".  How are they alike and how are they different?

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7.  What fractional part of Rembrandt's paintings have Biblical themes? (See Biography in links.)

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8.  If you were to visit Amsterdam today, what exhibits could you visit about Rembrandt?

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