Tattoo 'Godfather' Brings Rembrandt to Skin

For a limited two-week engagement, the Rembrandt House museum in Amsterdam is hosting an unusual art experience. Henk Schiffmacher, a renowned figure in Amsterdam's tattoo scene, has established a pop-up tattoo parlor within the museum. This project, called 'The Poor Man's Rembrandt Project,' allows visitors to get permanent tattoos inspired by Rembrandt's etchings and drawings.

The 74-year-old artist, recognizable by his gold teeth and hat, is meticulously inking designs like a 1637 elephant drawing onto clients' skin. These designs are based on authentic Rembrandt works, offering a unique fusion of high art and body modification.

Customers can choose from dozens of Schiffmacher's interpretations of Rembrandt's art. The cost for these permanent keepsakes varies from 100 to 350 euros, depending on the complexity and size of the selected image. The pop-up parlor is operating through November 7th, providing a distinctive opportunity for art lovers and tattoo enthusiasts alike.