REMBRANDT H. van Rijn (1606 - 1669) - "Presentation at the Temple". c.1640. Original etching and drypoint. Ref: Bartsch, n°49. New Hollstein, n°184. Proof of a late print, on laid paper. Small margins. "The Presentation in the Temple" was a subject of great interest to Rembrandt. He made at least two other engravings and several paintings based on the subject. His first painting on the theme was done at the age of twenty-three, and an unfinished painting of the same subject remained on his easel at the time of his death. "La Présentation au Temple" is painted in the style of "La Pièce aux cents florins", executed in 1639. 21.7 x 29.5 cm. Condition A (good overall condition).