I learned that this piece was out of the range of normal pieces that Rembrandt was used to doing. I found it interesting that those at were in the painting actually paid to be included, kind of funny how now the artist must pay someone to paint them into their portrait. I think this piece can stand as a type of transitional piece that shows the start of when science could become wrapped in art and medicinal practice, for that I think it can be preserved. If you were able would you add anything to the painting that you feel would enhance the image?