Saskia

Saskia: The Wife of Rembrandt is a historical novel written by Charles Knowles Bolton and first published in 1893. The book tells the story of Saskia van Uylenburgh, the wife of the famous Dutch painter Rembrandt van Rijn. The novel is set in 17th century Amsterdam and follows Saskia's life from her childhood to her marriage to Rembrandt, and ultimately to her untimely death at the age of 29. Through Saskia's eyes, the reader is introduced to the vibrant art scene of Amsterdam, as well as the social and political climate of the time.Bolton's portrayal of Saskia is one of a strong and independent woman who plays an important role in her husband's artistic success. The novel also touches on the challenges faced by women in 17th century Dutch society, particularly in regards to marriage and family.Overall, Saskia: The Wife of Rembrandt is a well-researched and engaging historical novel that provides insight into the life of one of the most famous artists of the Dutch Golden Age, as well as the woman who stood by his side.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.