Rembrandt Harmensz. van Rijn 1606 – 1669

The Return of the Prodigal Son (1668)

oil on canvas (262 × 206 cm) — 1668-69 Hermitage, St. Petersburg Share on Twitter

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This work is linked to Luke 15:21

After having wasted all the money he has inherited, the youngest son returns to his father. The latter receives him full of grace. The surrounding figures watch respectfully as the father forgives his prodigal son.

• The prodigal son wastes his inheritance
• The prodigal son among the pigs
• The return of the prodigal son (1636)
• The return of the prodigal son (1642)
• The return of the prodigal son (1668)
  

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