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Rembrandt Peale Most Popular Paintings

The 25 artworks by Rembrandt Peale our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 25 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Rembrandt Peale · 1778 – 1860

Hendrickje Stoffels (1626–1663)

1650 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 78 x 69 cm

Explore Rembrandt Peale’s 1650 portrait of Hendrickje Stoffels – a captivating Baroque masterpiece showcasing chiaroscuro & intimate detail. Discover its historical context!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 1 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$30469 × 78 cm Commission at original size

Self-Portrait

1660 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 80 x 67 cm

Experience Rembrandt Peale’s iconic Self-Portrait – meticulously reproduced as a hand-painted masterpiece! Explore this neoclassical American artwork and elevate your home decor.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 2 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$30467 × 80 cm Commission at original size

Portrait of Gerard de Lairesse

1665 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 113 x 88 cm

Admire Rembrandt Peale's masterful portrait of Gerard de Lairesse, capturing the artist’s dignified gaze and subtle features amidst the influence of Baroque aesthetics. Explore this iconic masterpiece!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 3 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$43888 × 113 cm Commission at original size

Portrait of a Young Woman with a Fan

1633 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 126 x 101 cm

Admire Rembrandt Peale’s ‘Portrait of a Young Woman with a Fan’ (1633). This captivating oil painting showcases early Dutch portraiture, featuring a graceful sitter and intricate fan details – a timeless masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 4 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$518101 × 126 cm Commission at original size

Belshazzar's Feast

1635 · National Gallery, London · original 209 x 168 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 5 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1165209 × 168 cm Commission at original size

The Toilet of Bathsheba

1643 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 57 x 76 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 6 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$27476 × 57 cm Commission at original size

Self-portrait with Hat and Gold Chain

1633 · The Louvre, Paris · original 53 x 70 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 7 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$25553 × 70 cm Commission at original size

The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp

1632 · Mauritshuis, The Hague · original 216 x 170 cm

Explore Rembrandt Peale’s ‘The Anatomy Lesson.’ A dramatic 1632 Baroque masterpiece showcasing anatomical study with chiaroscuro lighting & rich detail. #arthistory #rembrandt

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 8 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1386216 × 170 cm Commission at original size

Philosopher in Meditation

1632 · The Louvre, Paris · original 34 x 28 cm

Explore Rembrandt Peale’s ‘Philosopher in Meditation’ (1632). A Baroque masterpiece featuring dramatic lighting & a contemplative figure. Discover this American classic!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 9 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Musical Allegory

1626 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 48 x 64 cm

Discover Rembrandt Peale's "Musical Allegory" (1626), a baroque masterpiece depicting a woman immersed in music and literature, showcasing his neoclassical style & artistic legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 10 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$23648 × 64 cm Commission at original size

Faust

1652 · Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam · original 16 x 21 cm

Admire Rembrandt Peale’s ‘Faust,’ a neoclassical masterpiece from 1652. Hand-painted reproductions of this iconic artwork available. Explore Peale's legacy & exquisite detail.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 11 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Rubens Peale with a Geranium

1801 · National Gallery of Art, Washington

Discover Rembrandt Peale's 'Rubens Peale with a Geranium' (1801), a captivating American portrait showcasing sensitive realism & botanical detail. A unique blend of portraiture and still life – available as a handmade reproduction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 12 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Portrait of an Old Man

1665 · Galleria degli Uffizi, Florence · original 86 x 104 cm

A captivating portrait by Rembrandt Peale (1778-1860) of an elderly man, showcasing his skill and capturing a contemplative mood. Explore the legacy of this American artist & his masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 13 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$40886 × 104 cm Commission at original size

Portrait of an Old Jew

1654 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 85 x 109 cm

Explore Rembrandt Peale’s ‘Portrait of an Old Jew’ (1654). A masterful chiaroscuro painting showcasing age, wisdom & Baroque style. Discover this iconic American artwork.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 14 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$41885 × 109 cm Commission at original size

George Washington

1846 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 92 x 74 cm

A commanding military portrait of George Washington by Rembrandt Peale captures the dignity of the first president through masterful 19th-century realism, inviting you to bring this piece of American history home.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 15 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$34674 × 92 cm Commission at original size

Danae

1643 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 203 x 185 cm

Discover Rembrandt Peale’s ‘Danae,’ a dramatic Baroque oil painting of Zeus’s golden rain. Explore its chiaroscuro, opulent details & mythological themes – a stunning masterpiece!

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 16 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$1260203 × 185 cm Commission at original size

The Archangel Raphael Taking Leave of the Tobit Family

1637 · The Louvre, Paris · original 52 x 66 cm

Admire Rembrandt Peale's masterpiece "The Archangel Raphael Taking Leave of the Tobit Family," a poignant depiction of divine grace amidst familial devotion, rendered in rich hues and masterful composition.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 17 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$24752 × 66 cm Commission at original size

The Carcass of an Ox (Slaughtered Ox)

1655 · The Louvre, Paris · original 52 x 73 cm

Rembrandt Peale's 'The Carcass of an Ox' (1655) is a striking still life capturing the realism of butchery, showcasing his masterful tenebrism and reflecting early American art traditions.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 18 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$25852 × 73 cm Commission at original size

Return of the Prodigal Son(fragment)

1662 · Hermitage Museum, Saint Petersburg · original 205 x 262 cm

Admire Rembrandt Peale’s masterpiece – Return of the Prodigal Son (fragment) – a Baroque depiction capturing profound emotion and masterful light play. Explore this iconic canvas reproduction.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 19 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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George Washington (Porthole type)

1853 · National Portrait Gallery, London · original 73 x 91 cm

Admire Rembrandt Peale's iconic 1795 portrait of George Washington! This neoclassical masterpiece captures the first president’s dignified presence, showcasing American history and artistry.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 20 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$34173 × 91 cm Commission at original size

Man with a Magnifying Glass

1660 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 91 x 74 cm

Experience Rembrandt Peale’s ‘Man with a Magnifying Glass,’ a dramatic 17th-century Dutch portrait capturing an Amsterdam auctioneer in rich tones and masterful chiaroscuro lighting. Discover this stunning reproduction and elevate your art collection.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 21 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$34474 × 91 cm Commission at original size

The Storm on the Sea of Galilee

1633 · Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Boston · original 160 x 127 cm

Experience Rembrandt's dramatic 'Storm on the Sea of Galilee'! Witness Christ’s miracle amidst a turbulent sea, captured with masterful light and emotion in this iconic 1633 masterpiece.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 22 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$739127 × 160 cm Commission at original size

Man in Oriental Costume (^quot;The Noble Slav^quot; or ^quot;Man in a Turban^quot;)

1632 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 153 x 111 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 23 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$642111 × 153 cm Commission at original size

Self-portrait

1633 · The Louvre, Paris · original 70 x 54 cm

Admire Rembrandt Peale’s 1633 Self-Portrait – a neoclassical American masterpiece capturing regal authority and artistic skill. Explore this detailed portrait, meticulously reproduced as a hand-painted work of art.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 24 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$25754 × 70 cm Commission at original size

Portrait of a Man, probably a Member of the Van Beresteyn Family

1632 · Metropolitan Museum of Art, new york · original 112 x 89 cm

Admire Rembrandt Peale's 'Portrait of a Man,' likely Cornelis van Beresteyn, a dignified burgomaster from Delft. This 1632 oil painting showcases Dutch formal portraiture with subtle chiaroscuro and a restrained yet powerful presence.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
Made: To order, by a trained painter
Popularity: No. 25 of 298 artworks by Rembrandt Peale
Delivery: Worldwide, about 5 weeks

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Same size as the original$43889 × 112 cm Commission at original size

The artist

Rembrandt Peale

1778 – 1860

Quick facts

Movementsbaroque
Died1860
Museums on APSLos Angeles County Museum of Art, Mauritshuis, The Louvre, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, Alte Pinakothek
Corpus themesamerican identity, neoclassical ideals, french neoclassicism, national identity, portraiture
Gift suitabilitycorporate gift, anniversary
Room fitliving room
Mediumsoil on canvas
Color intensitymonochromatic, balanced

Biography

A Legacy of Likeness: The Life and Art of Rembrandt Peale

Rembrandt Peale, born in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, in 1778, emerged from a family deeply entrenched in the burgeoning artistic landscape of early America. His father, Charles Willson Peale, was not merely an artist but a cultural force—a painter, museum founder, and ardent believer in the power of art to shape national identity. It was within this stimulating environment that young Rembrandt received his foundational training, alongside his siblings, learning the techniques of portraiture and landscape painting from their father’s skilled hand. The very bestowal of the name “Rembrandt,” echoing the Dutch master Harmenszoon van Rijn, signaled Charles Willson Peale's aspirations for his son—a hope that he would carry forward a tradition of artistic excellence. From an astonishingly young age, Rembrandt demonstrated remarkable aptitude, completing his first self-portrait at just thirteen years old, a work already hinting at the precision and ambition that would characterize his mature style. This early piece wasn’t simply a display of technical skill; it was a statement of intent, a young artist declaring his presence on the American art scene.

Formative Years and Neoclassical Influences

Peale's artistic journey took him to Paris in his early thirties, a pivotal experience that profoundly shaped his aesthetic sensibilities. Immersed in the heart of European culture, he encountered the prevailing currents of French neoclassicism—a style emphasizing order, clarity, and a return to classical ideals. This influence is readily apparent in Peale’s subsequent work, characterized by its refined draftsmanship, balanced compositions, and meticulous attention to detail. While his father's portraits often possessed a certain rustic vitality, Rembrandt’s leaned towards a more polished and idealized representation of his subjects. He embraced the encaustic technique during this period, an ancient method utilizing wax as a medium, demonstrating a commitment to exploring innovative approaches to painting. However, Peale didn’t simply mimic European styles; he adapted them to the American context, creating portraits that reflected the nation's evolving sense of identity and its aspirations for cultural independence. His dedication to capturing accurate likenesses, combined with his neoclassical training, allowed him to create images that were both aesthetically pleasing and historically significant.

A Prolific Portraitist: Capturing an Era

Rembrandt Peale’s career was remarkably prolific, marked by a relentless pursuit of artistic perfection and a dedication to documenting the prominent figures of his time. He became particularly renowned for his portraits of George Washington, creating over seventy replicas of his iconic “Patriae Pater” (Father of His Country). These images weren't merely representations of physical appearance; they were carefully constructed symbols of national pride and leadership. Peale understood the power of portraiture to shape public perception and contribute to the creation of a collective memory. Beyond Washington, he painted numerous other influential individuals, including Thomas Jefferson, John C. Calhoun, and various members of the American elite. His portraits weren’t limited to political figures; he also captured the likenesses of ordinary citizens, offering a glimpse into the lives and aspirations of everyday Americans. Man with a Beard, though undated, exemplifies his skill in capturing individual character and psychological depth. Each brushstroke reveals not just physical features but also hints at the sitter’s inner life.

Beyond the Canvas: The Peale Museum and Enduring Legacy

Rembrandt Peale's contributions extended beyond the realm of painting; he was a visionary museum founder, driven by a desire to educate the public and promote artistic appreciation. In 1814, he established his first museum in Baltimore, Maryland—a groundbreaking institution that served as a precursor to many modern art museums. This wasn’t simply a gallery for displaying artworks; it was conceived as a center for learning, offering exhibitions of paintings, sculptures, and natural history specimens. The museum later became the second Baltimore City Hall before being restored as the Peale Museum, continuing his legacy of public service through art. His commitment to making art accessible to all reflects a deeply held belief in its transformative power. Today, Rembrandt Peale’s works are housed in prestigious collections around the world, including the National Portrait Gallery in Washington D.C., and continue to be celebrated for their historical significance and artistic merit. His influence can be seen in the work of subsequent generations of American portrait painters, solidifying his place as a pivotal figure in the nation's art history.

A Lasting Impression

Rembrandt Peale’s life was one dedicated to both artistic creation and cultural enrichment. He wasn’t simply a painter; he was a historian, an educator, and a champion of American identity. His portraits offer invaluable insights into the personalities and values of his era, while his museum served as a beacon of enlightenment in a rapidly changing nation. His legacy endures not only through his numerous artworks but also through his pioneering spirit and unwavering commitment to the power of art. He left behind a body of work that continues to inspire and captivate audiences today, reminding us of the enduring importance of preserving our cultural heritage and celebrating the achievements of those who came before us.

Questions & Answers

In which historical period did Rembrandt Peale work?

Rembrandt Peale worked in the 19th-Century period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

Where are Rembrandt Peale's artworks grouped by technique?

The All Medium page groups Rembrandt Peale's artworks by technique.

Can I browse Rembrandt Peale's works by color palette?

Rembrandt Peale's works can be browsed by color palette on the artist's By Palettes page.

By the ArtsDot.com Editorial Team Updated Aug. 31, 2026

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