Saskia — Nightwatching Character Profile

About Saskia

Rembrandt's late wife from a prosperous family. Her death leaves a profound emotional void, influencing his personal life and the psychological depth he brings to his later works.

Character Facts

Played by

Eva Birthistle

Appears in

Nightwatching (2007)

Role

Supporting

Relationships (2)

• Saskia — Romantic Wife — Rembrandt van Rijn (Martin Freeman)

  Deceased first wife of Rembrandt

• Saskia — Conflict Rival — Hendrickje (Emily Holmes)

  Hendrickje and Saskia are rivals for Rembrandt's affection

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