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The Rembrandt painting was misnamed the Night Watch because it appeared to be a night scene. It was later discovered that dark varnish was used to protect it, and this was removed in the 1940s.

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Which famous museum in Europe contains paintings such as Rembrandts The Night Watch and?

The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam has Rembrandt's "The Night Watch" and numerous others of his works as well as Vermeer and others you would no doubt recognize.


Why was rembrandt's captain frans banning cocq mustering his company once mistitled the night watch?

Why was Rembrandt's Captain Frans Banning Cocq Mustering His Company once mistitled The Night Watch?Answer It was covered with grime


Who is the girl in the 'Night Watch' by Rembrandt?

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What artist painted The Night Watch?

Rembrandt painted Night Watch in 1642. In 1642, Rembrandt painted the most important work of his career, "The Night Watch." The painting is renowned for three elements: its colossal size, the effective use of light and shadow (chiaroscuro), and the perception of motion in what would have been, traditionally, a static military portrait. It depicts the eponymous company moving out, led by Captain Frans Banning Cocq (dressed in black, with a red sash) and his lieutenant, Willem van Ruytenburch (dressed in yellow, with a white sash).


What is the animal in the night watch painting?

In Rembrandt's famous painting "The Night Watch," there is a prominent portrayal of a small dog in the foreground. The dog, which appears to be a terrier, adds a sense of liveliness to the scene and serves as a symbol of loyalty and vigilance. Its presence contrasts with the seriousness of the militia members depicted in the artwork, enhancing the overall dynamic composition.