What you are looking at
A couple in rich red and gold stands close together; he rests one hand gently on her chest, and she lays her fingers over his. The paint on his sleeve is built up thickly with a palette knife.
Why it is famous
The title was given in the 1800s, and nobody knows for certain who the couple are. It is one of Rembrandt's late works. Vincent van Gogh wrote that he would give ten years of his life to sit in front of it for a fortnight with only a crust of bread.
How big is The Jewish Bride?
The Jewish Bride measures 121.5 × 166.5 cm (47.8 × 65.6 in), without its frame. Its surface is about 5 times the area of the Mona Lisa.
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Where to see it
It hangs in the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, a short walk from The Night Watch.
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Frequently asked questions
Who painted The Jewish Bride?
Rembrandt painted The Jewish Bride in c. 1665 to 1669.
Where is The Jewish Bride?
The Jewish Bride is in the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
How big is The Jewish Bride?
121.5 × 166.5 cm (47.8 × 65.6 in). Its surface is about 5 times the area of the Mona Lisa.
What is The Jewish Bride made with?
Oil on canvas.
Sources: Wikidata Q766782; Wikipedia, "The Jewish Bride". Checked October 17, 2026. How we check.