There's no doubt Rembrandt was one of a kind and his technique unsurpassable. I also believe that this technique, in comparison with Vermeer's, is very impractical.
I find it relevent that the book and evidence of glass and quartz powder mentioned in the beginning and other parts of the thread seem to be invisible. If it is possible to use marble powder with excellent results I may consider using it myself.
I thank you for your posts. I'm pleased with the interest this topic has recieved and continue to invite the opinions of anyone else who would care to post.
