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At least five women played a role in Rembrandt's life and he had a love affair with three of them. First, with Saskia van Uylenburgh (1612-1642), whom he married. Second, after Saskia's death, with Geertje Dircx (approx. 1610-1656) who was nanny to his son Titus. This relationship soon floundered and Rembrandt's role in the acrimonious ending of their relationship was not one of his finest moments, to say the least. The third object of his affection was his final life partner Hendrickje Stoffels (1626-1663).I’d like to talk about Hendrickje today. His relationship with the first two has already been the subject of two previous episodes of my podcast – podcast RM24006, with regard to Saskia, and podcast RM24009, which focused on Geertje Dircx.
Two other women I’d also like to highlight were family members – Rembrandt's mother and the child Cornelia who was born from Rembrandt's relationship with Hendrickje Stoffels. So, today the spotlight is on three women: his mother, Hendrickje and Cornelia.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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IntroductionFrom 1631 onwards, Rembrandt (1606-1669) led a turbulent life in Amsterdam that would span a period of thirty years. He reached the top of his professional field, producing many portraits and of course the famous Night Watch in 1642. But by the 1650s, he was facing financial problems. He and his life companion Hendrickje Stoffels were forced to leave the large house and studio in the Jodenbreestraat. Rembrandt would continue living and working in a much smaller house on the Rozengracht in Amsterdam, where he died in 1669. What was his professional life like in his final decade?
Post-insolvency
A logical step in his insolvency proceedings in the second half of the 1650s was the ‘liquidation’ of the insolvent estate. It meant that the assets of the estate could be sold and therefore turned into cash through a sales process. Afterwards, the incoming money was distributed among Rembrandt creditors.
Sales of items from the inventory most likely took place from November 1656, more than three months after the inventory had been drawn up. These sales continued until February 1659. As far as can be established from documents, there were six sales in total.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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In this episode I will discuss these self-portraits and more specifically Rembrandt’s impressive self-portrait of 1658. Rembrandt was 52 years old when he painted it. For over 100 years, it has hung in New York’s Frick Collection. Why did Henry Clay Frick buy it and what did he think of this portrait? What are the features of self-portraits and where do ‘tronies’ fit in? How is this type of portrait interpreted today? What do you notice just by taking a closer look at the self-portrait of 1658? And, what triggered me to use this self-portrait for the cover of the study which led to my book ‘Rembrandt’s Money’? Before we answer these questions, let’s go back more than 30 years.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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One of the reasons I decided to study Rembrandt, the artist-entrepreneur, was that I learnt he had gone ‘bankrupt’ in 1656. This would have brought him into contact with the legal system that existed at that time.
During my research, I also discovered that he was a rather stubborn man who had got himeself into trouble a number of times. This all transpired when he was working as a professional artist in a period spanning four decades in the 17th century.
I was keen to learn more about all these matters. So, I began investigating his professional and personal life and the conflicts he had become embroiled in. In my book of 2021 I have covered the large majority of them.
This podcast looks more closely at just three of these conflicts.
Enjoy.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
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Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembra1. Welcome: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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Without a doubt, the beautiful work The Night Watch is Rembrandt’s most striking painting. That’s why I’ve dedicated two podcasts to the painting. This second one is RM24019, The Night Watch – The Icon Painting. Where was this enormous painting made, why are some people in the foreground and others in the background? I’ll tell you the whole story. Enjoy.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE1. Welcome: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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If I say ‘The Night Watch’, most Dutch people can immediately conjure up an image of this famous painting. What’s more – they think about it with not only a sense of admiration, but also national pride. As I said in earlier podcasts of this series, citing the words of sociologist Paul Schnabel: ‘It has become our national icon and the whole world comes to see it.’ His most famous painting holds the most prominent position in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and the literature on nearly all aspects of this enormous painting is extensive and continues to expand. I refer here to just two websites, the website of the Rijksmuseum, www.rijksmuseum.nl http://colmilquetoast.blogspot.nl/2013/05/rembrandts-night-watch.html#WhosWho.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
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Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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In my podcast RM24011 about Rembrandt’s insolvency, I also discussed which assets where incuded in the well-known inventory-list. It was made up during a two-day period, on 25 and 26 July 1656, by Frans Bruijningh, the secretary of the Chamber of Abandoned and Insolvent Estates. On today’s terms one could sat the insolvency court. In that podcast I also tossed some queries why certain assets seemed to be missing.This drew the attention of Desmond Healy, an artist-etcher form the UK. He did send a reaction to www.rembrandtsmoney.com. Desmond wondered what happened to Rembrandt’s etching press? Was it mentioned in the inventory or was it exempt as a tool of trade?
Desmond’s question guided me back to do some additional research, which led to the following interesting developments.
This is the link you are seeking for when you where attented at timecode 18.34. 'How did Rembrandt work as an etcher? Yvonne Strang explains it in this 10 munutes video: (In Dutch with English subtitles), https://www.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/te-doen/rembrandt-bij-je-thuis/tutorials/
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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Dutch East India Company (Verenigde Oostindische Compagnie, VOC)
Between 1568 and 1648 the seven provinces of the Dutch Republic were at war with Spain. In 1621, a Twelve Years’ Truce ended without the need to extend it. Hostilities between the Republic and Spain resumed. During that period, international trade continued to flourish. The Dutch commercial companies at that time were the largest commercial private companies or multinationals around the globe, in particular the Dutch East India Company (Verenigde Oostindische Compagnie, VOC). It would spread all of its activities mainly in the direction of Asia. Rembrandt would paint several regents of the VOC, the Dutch abbreviation for the United East-India Company.
The VOC brought wealth to Amsterdam, as well as new, exiting exotic sensations. One of them was an elephant. Let me tell you the story. If you have listened to my podcast ‘Amsterdam – City of Migrants’, RM24007, you’ll remember I touched upon the dark side of the VOC too.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
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Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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The other day I told you that Rembrandt’s main sources of income were three of a kind: (i) commissions (assignments) for paintings, (ii) selling etches, and (ii) fees for teaching students. See the related podcast Rembrandts Money (available via www.rembrandtsmoney.com, under podcast 24014, ‘Studying with Rembrandt’).
In that podcast, I gave some data on how many pupils Rembrandt apprenticed during his over 40 years of active life as an artist. That would be around 50.
I will now focus on some students who came from Dordrecht. Why Dordrecht? That’s rather simple. Dordrecht was the most important city in Holland until the 15th century. Moreover, some of Rembrandt’s most successful and well-known students came from Dordrecht, e.g. Ferdinand Bol, Samuel van Hoogstraten and Nicolaes Maes. More importantly, Dordrecht is still a beautiful, picturesque city, with over 120,000 inhabitants, where I have lived for almost 40 years. It is certainly worth a visit.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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4. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rembrandtsmoney/
For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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Welcome, or welcome back again.
Today it is literally about Rembrandt's money.
Rembrandt had three main sources of income: commissions for paintings,
selling etches and receiving fees from teaching pupils.
We are most familiar with his paintings and etches, commissioned by patrons
or produced for the commercial market, or just simply for private use. Much
less is known about Rembrandt’s pupils and how he taught them.
In this episode of the podcast ‘Rembrandts Money’ (available via
www.rembrandtsmoney.com and other standard podcast channels),
I will try to shed some more light on his activities as a master for his pupils.
How many pupils did he have and at what period in his working life? What did
he teach them? Did they remain true to Rembrandt’s artistic style?
Welcome, to the master’s contact and guidance of his pupils
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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4. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rembrandtsmoney/
For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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In my podcast on this subject, I had an interesting conversation with Dr. Maurits den Hollander. In the blog-text accompanying the podcast we decided to post a short summary of our discussion at the end of the text below. This is my description of the fascinating history of the birth of Amsterdam as a city, based on the specific rights it received in the 12th and 13th century.
As an introduction, Maurits den Hollander is a historian who specializes in legal and institutional developments in the late medieval and early modern period (around 1300 – 1700). Throughout his work, Maurits strives to embed legal developments into their broader social, economic, and cultural context, taking into regard both local, regional and global dimensions. In 2021, he defended his dissertation about insolvency legislation and practices in 17th century Amsterdam at Tilburg University. He continues to work at this institution as assistant professor of legal history.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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In my podcast on this subject, I had an interesting conversation with Dr. Maurits den Hollander. As an introduction, Maurits den Hollander is a historian who specializes in legal and institutional developments in the late medieval and early modern period (around 1300 – 1700). Throughout his work, Maurits strives to embed legal developments into their broader social, economic, and cultural context, taking into regard both local, regional and global dimensions. In 2021, he defended his dissertation about insolvency legislation and practices in 17th century Amsterdam at Tilburg University. He continues to work at this institution as assistant professor of legal history.
His current research, supported with a Starter Grant, is named ‘Professionals and the People’. With the support from colleagues, he seeks to further our understanding of processes of law- and policy-making in premodern cities in the Netherlands, such as Amsterdam, Dordrecht, or Zwolle. Who were, just below the level of influential and powerful regents, the most important urban officials (supporting staff)? Understanding the lived reality of day-to-day governance in the past allows to reflect on crucial elements of the new culture of governance that is widely called for in the present.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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Gerrit Berckheyde, Het stadhuis op de Dam in Amsterdam; The Town Hall on Dam Square in Amsterdam, 1672. Rijksmuseum Amsterdam1. Welcome: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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When I tell people that Rembrandt, the famous Dutch painter, went bankrupt, half of them just didn't know. The other half had sometimes, some only vaguely, heard of it. Most people would like to know a lot more about it.
Well, the this podcast caters to their needs.
This happens in two ways. By telling the story, in short and summarized, in about twenty minutes mentioning my most important findings.
And by writing, a larger piece. This is published as an addendum to the podcast and can be visited via www.rembrantsmoney.com. It will cover the most important legal rules that apply to the this banktruptcy proceeding. Note, these are rules from almost 400 years ago. One has to know these rules, because they have to be applied to the few facts we know about Rembrandts financial position.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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Amsterdam archives1. Welcome: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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Rembrandt was 32 and Saskia 26 when they purchased a large house and premises in the Breestreet in Amsterdam. The contract dates from 1639. The house formed a part of their marital community of property.
Seventeen years later, in 1656, Rembrandt transferred the house to his son Titus. Until 2019, it was assumed that Rembrandt indeed transferred ownership of the house to Titus and by doing so, he harmed the interests of his creditors.
The question arose whether Rembrandt wanted to harm his creditors or whether he wanted to take care of the future of his partner Hendrickje, their illegitimate child Cornelia and his son Titus. This legal event has been extensively studied and debated in the literature.
There are several theories and questions as to whether creditors had the right to annul this transaction (which took place so close to Rembrandt’s filing for insolvency.
These two questions are at the heart of my podcast today.
Was it a transfer of ownership of the house to Titus? And did Rembrandt harm the interests of his creditors. Welcome to the Valhalla of unanswered questions surrounding Rembrandt's life!
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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Amsterdam archives1. Welcome: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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This we didn't know until the 1960s: Rembrandt had a relationship with his housekeeper and caretaker of his son Titus. Her name was Geertje Dircx and she was about four years younger than Rembrandt.
It was shortly after Saskia's death. Geertje Dircks became Titus' caretaker in 1642. Rembrandt began a relationship with her. Later, this relationship became a thorny path full of legal disputes. That lasted until the mid-1650s. Geertje is listed as one of Rembrandt's creditors.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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Geertje Dircx in bed, 1647, National Galleries of Scotland, Edinburgh
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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Welcome, or welcome again. In this episode of Rembrandt's Money, I'll tell you about the house Rembrandt purchased in 1639. Spoiler alert: You can visit that house now: In this Rembrandt House Museum you can follow Rembrandt's life with new exhibitions every time. But, before you go... In this podcast I’ll tell you everything you need to know about this house itself: the age, the neighbours at that time and... the big point of contention among experts: did Rembrandt pay too high a price when he bought it?? Yet another fascinating Rembrandt story.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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Welcome, or welcome back again! This time I will be taking you back to swirly Amsterdam in the first half of the 17th century and its mixed population. Migration is is deeply anchored in Amsterdam's DNA. Since the 16th century, many thousands of newcomers have settled there every year, whether refugees of faith, or persons in search of a better life. And this migration is the driving force behind the enormous diversity, that still characterizes Amsterdam today.
How did Rembrandt view these newcomers? In this episode of the podcast, wonderI how migrants and their descendants are reflected in Rembrandt's work. Spoiler alert: I am walking seven-league boots through the interesting history of migration to the Netherlands and Amsterdam. At the end of our high-speed journey, I will briefly look at the tympanum on the front façade of the current Royal Palace on Dam Square in Amsterdam – a glorious expression of urban pride. Can migrants and their descendants recognize themselves in it?
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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Timpaan Amsterdam Archives1. Welcome: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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Rembrandt married Saskia Uylenburgh in 1634. The marriage must have been the talk of the town. The great painter Rembrandt and Saskia, daughter of a former mayor of Leeuwarden and a high-ranking senior administrator in the province of Friesland – their union must have received a lot of attention. But there were no newspapers in those days. So, what do we know about the marriage?
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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Saskia with a Flower is a 1641 oil on canvas portrait by Rembrandt of his wife Saskia van Uylenburgh, now in the Gemäldegalerie Alte Meister in Dresden.[1] It is also known as Saskia with a Red Flower, Saskia with a Carnation or Saskia as Flora.1. Welcome: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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Around 1630, Rembrandt worked in his first Amsterdam years with art dealer Hendrick Uylenburgh. Hendrick’s network had a significant impact on Rembrandt.
Rembrandt painted between 1631 and 1634 at least fifty portraits. At the same time, Rembrandt experienced his first artistic breakthrough in 1632 with 'The anatomical lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp'. Two years later, in 1634, he was commissioned to immortalize the wealthy high society couple Marten Soolmans and Oopjen Coppit.
1. Idea, research, author, and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
2. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
3. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
4. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain
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Both paintings cropped and merged. Dr. Tulp and Oopjen Coppit https://www.rijksmuseum.nl/nl1. Welcome: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com
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For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE -
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RM24004 – Uylenburgh art studio
I will be taking you back to swirly Amsterdam of the 17th century. Migration is is deeply anchored in Amsterdam's DNA. Since the 16th century, thousands of newcomers settled every year, whether refugees of faith, or persons in search of a better life. This migration is the driving force behind the enormous diversity, that still characterizes Amsterdam today.How did Rembrandt view these newcomers? In this episode of the podcast, I wonder how migrants and their descendants are reflected in Rembrandt's work. Spoiler alert: I am walking seven-league boots through the interesting history of migration to the Netherlands and Amsterdam. At the end of our high-speed journey, I will briefly look at the tympanum on the front façade of the current Royal Palace on Dam Square in Amsterdam – a glorious expression of urban pride. Can migrants and their descendants recognize themselves in it?
1. For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out.See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.html
Or: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE
2. Idea, research, author and narration: Bob Wessels: linkedin.com/in/bobwessels
3. Artwork, editing, production: Jan Wind: linkedin.com/in/janwind-videomaker
4. Artwork based on the bookcover of ‘Rembrandt’s money’ designed by Teun Okkerse: linkedin.com/in/theun-okkerse-516130b
5. Copyright accountability:
Music: Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (orchestra) - Thomas Beecham (conductor) The Salomon Symphonies (Volume One) — Capitol Records, 1958. GCR 7127. Copyright Public Domain - Source: Internet Archive - Public Domain1. Welcome: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com
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2. Website: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com
3. Sources: https://www.rembrandtsmoney.com/sources/
4. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rembrandtsmoney/
For a few years I did extensive research, leading to my book of Rembrandt’s Money. The legal and financial life of an artist-entrepreneur in 17th century Holland. The first edition of the book Rembrandt’s Money, published in autumn 2021. It is nearly sold out. See https://webshop.rembrandthuis.nl/nl/rembrandts-money.htmlOr: https://shop.wolterskluwer.nl/Rembrandt-s-Money-sNPREMBMON/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAu9yqBhBmEiwAHTx5p09qw-mnSxvfLuexD9n-MFLvE_EABhlDHGVEMVes2b2ygNNeyMim-BoCqbgQAvD_BwE - Se mer
