The "French Bed" etching, a 1646 masterpiece by Rembrandt, is up for auction at Christie's, but with a twist. You'll need to click past an explicit content warning to view this historic artwork online. This monochrome piece, part of the "Old Masters I" collection set to sell on Wednesday, has caught the attention of art enthusiasts for its unique charm and uncensored nature.
CNN describes this etching as one of the few sexually explicit prints in Rembrandt's portfolio. Although nearly 400 years old, it embodies a modern spirit and captures the essence of love in the real world.
Details of Rembrandt's masterpiece have been sparingly shared, but it's worth noting that the piece includes depictions of nudity and intimate scenes deemed mature and not ideal for all audiences. As such, an explicit content warning is essential to alert potential buyers of its nature.
Critics argue that while the content is mature, it's not of the same intensity as other explicit works. Though Rembrandt is recognized as one of the world's greatest artists with a universal appeal, this piece falls into the erotica category without crossing the boundaries of vulgarity or obscenity.
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