What nickname is commonly given to Rembrandt’s etching of Christ preaching to a crowd?

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Rembrandt’s etching of Christ preaching to a crowd is commonly called The Hundred Guilder Print.

The nickname refers to the exceptionally high price the print was reputed to have commanded, rather than to a biblical phrase or a formal title supplied by Rembrandt. The image presents Christ preaching and healing, bringing together several episodes and figures from the New Testament.

Rembrandt produced the work in the 1640s, using etching with drypoint and engraving to create a wide range of dark, soft, and sharply defined marks. Its technical richness helped make it one of the most celebrated prints in European art.

The print is also known by descriptive titles such as Christ Preaching, but The Hundred Guilder Print is the traditional English name. It should not be confused with The Three Crosses, another major Rembrandt print known for its dramatic treatment of Christ’s crucifixion.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Sept. 2026

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