Peter Paul Rubens was one of the most productive and exciting painters of his time, noted for his expressive, emotive and sensual paintings which are now instantly recognizable. Indeed, his voluptuous female figures have given rise to the word 'Rubenesque'. This book explores the life and times of Rubens, from his early studies in Italy through to his apprenticeship in Antwerp and his subsequent outstanding accomplishments as 'the prince of painters and the painter of princes'. It also contains a gallery of 300 of his paintings and drawings, revealing his unparalleled position as an artist, diplomat, scholar, linguist, teacher, art collector and devoted family man.
| ISBN: | 9780754832898 |
| Publication date: | 29th September 2017 |
| Author: | Susie Hodge |
| Publisher: | Lorenz Books an imprint of Anness Publishing |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 256 pages |
| Genres: |
History of art Individual artists, art monographs Paintings and painting |