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  1. "Agrippina and Germanicus," Peter Paul Rubens, c. 1614.

    Rubens (1577-1640) was one of the most influential Flemish Baroque painters, and an icon in the art world.

    This was painted during his time in Antwerp, after returning from a prolonged stay in Italy. There he was influenced by Roman art and antiquities, and it left a lasting impression.

    Agrippina the Elder (14BC - 33AD) was the daughter of Roman general Marcus Agrippa and wife of Germanicus, a general and politician. The two had a number of children, including future emperors Nero and Caligula.

    Now this is obviously not a portrait taken from the life, but a mixture of portrait and history painting. The two likenesses don't bear much resemblance to surviving busts of the two, and the styling is very much an idealized Flemish Baroque vision. But it's still impressive work.

    Happy Portrait Monday!

    From the National Gallery of Art, Washington, DC.

    #Art #PeterPaulRubens #Baroque #Agrippina #Germanicus #RomanHistory #PortraitMonday

  2. "Landscape with Philemon and Baucis," Peter Paul Rubens, 1620-25.

    Rubens (1577-1640) was the great master of Flemish Baroque art, whose name lives on in the term "rubenesque" when describing someone's figure. (Go look it up.)

    This dramatic painting was originally to have been just a stormy landscape, but Rubens tweaked his plan to give us a scene out of Greek mythology.

    In the story, Zeus and Hermes descended to earth and disguised themselves as beggars to test mankind's charity. In a town, they were turned away by every house except one, where an elderly couple named Philemon and Baucis lived. To punish the town, the two gods took the oldsters to a hill and then flooded the town, except for their house, which became an ornate temple. They remained as its keepers, and turned into intertwining trees when they died.

    So while you have the torrent wiping away the town, you can also see the tiny figures of the gods and the old couple off to the right. I'd rather see them turning into trees myself...

    From the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Vienna.

    #Art #PeterPaulRubens #Baroque #BaucisAndPhilemon #GreekMythology #Landscape #Drama

  3. “Rubens, for instance, takes a gross pleasure in female flesh, rendering it truthfully from lack of imagination and analysis. Idealist painters like Bourgereau awake to the divergence between Nature and their academic standards of Beauty, falsify the facts in order to delude themselves. The greatest, like Rembrandt, paint a gallant, a hag, and a carcass with equal passion and rapture; they love the truth as it is. They do not admit that anything can be ugly or evil; its existence justifies itself. This is because they know themselves to be part of an harmonious unity; to disdain any item of it would be to blaspheme the whole.” library.hrmtc.com/2026/04/30/r #academicStandards #aleisterCrowley #analysis #anyItem #asItIs #awake #beauty #blaspheme #book #carcass #deludeThemselves #disdain #divergence #doNotAdmit #equal #Evil #existence #facts #falsify #femaleFlesh #forInstance #gallant #greatest #grossPleasure #hag #harmoniousUnity #idealistPainters #inOrderTo #justifies #knowThemselves #lackOfImagination #liberLegis #love #nature #NewComment #paint #passion #PeterPaulRubens #quote #rapture #Rembrandt #rendering #takes #TheBookOfTheLaw #truth #truthfully #ugly #whole #WilliamAdolpheBouguereau
  4. Louvre Paris readies to save dozens of Flemish masterpieces from ruin

    Some 24 works by the Flemish master Peter Paul Rubens are set to undergo a radical restoration to…
    #France #FR #Europe #EU #Paris #ambitiousproject #Conservationists #Flemishmaster #LouvreMuseum #PeterPaulRubens
    europesays.com/france/3619/

  5. Von Avantgarden und Kunstlumpen – Wutbürger Streifzüge

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPaMbhDIOI8

    Im März 1920 durchbrach eine Kugel das Fenster der Kunstgalerie des Dresdner Zwingers und traf dort ein Bild von Peter Paul Rubens. Dieser Anschlag auf das Leben der Kunst wurde zum Anlass der sogenannten “Kunstlumpdebatte”, an der sich u.a. Oskar Kokoschka und John Heartfield beteiligten. Mehrere Veranstaltungen der Reihe “Kunst, Spektakel & Revolution” kreisten um diesen Kontext, in dem Künstlerinnen und Künstler das Ende der Kunst proklamierten. Der Beitrag machte auf das Herbstprogramm von “Kunst, Spektakel & Revolution” aufmerksam.

    #Avantgarde #JohnHeartfield #Kunst #Kunstlumpen #OskarKokoschka #PeterPaulRubens #SpektakelRevolution #Wutbürger

  6. Rubens Painting Resurfaced After Four Centuries Sells in France

    A long-lost painting by Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens, unseen for four centuries, has just sold at auction…
    #France #FR #Europe #EU #france #PeterPaulRubens
    europesays.com/2606016/

  7. Long-lost Rubens painting depicting Jesus Christ sells for $2.7M

    VERSAILLES, France (AP) — A long-lost painting by Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens, which was hidden for more…
    #NewsBeep #News #Artsanddesign #Antwerp #Arts #ArtsAndDesign #CA #Canada #Design #Entertainment #EricTurquin #France #Generalnews #InternationalNews #Jean-PierreOsenat #NilsBttner #painting #PeterPaulRubens #WilliamBouguereau #worldnews
    newsbeep.com/ca/317185/

  8. Long-lost Rubens painting depicting crucifixion sells for $2.7M

    VERSAILLES – A long-lost painting by Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens, which was hidden for more than four…
    #UnitedStates #US #USA #america #Entertainment #EricTurquin #health #Jean-PierreOsenat #NilsBüttner #PeterPaulRubens #sports #unitedstatesofamerica #WilliamBouguereau #WorldNews
    europesays.com/2603675/

  9. Long-Lost Painting By Rubens From 1613 Discovered in Paris Mansion

    A long-lost, dramatic painting of Jesus Christ‘s crucifixion by 17th century Flemish master painter Peter Paul Rubens was…
    #NewsBeep #News #Artsanddesign #Arts #ArtsAndDesign #AU #Australia #Design #Entertainment #JesusChrist #Osenat #PeterPaulRubens
    newsbeep.com/au/136860/

  10. Long-Lost Painting By Rubens From 1613 Discovered in Paris Mansion

    A long-lost, dramatic painting of Jesus Christ‘s crucifixion by 17th century Flemish master painter Peter Paul Rubens was…
    #NewsBeep #News #US #USA #UnitedStates #UnitedStatesOfAmerica #Artsanddesign #Arts #ArtsAndDesign #Design #Entertainment #JesusChrist #Osenat #PeterPaulRubens
    newsbeep.com/us/150201/

  11. Long-Lost Painting By Rubens From 1613 Discovered in Paris Mansion

    A long-lost, dramatic painting of Jesus Christ‘s crucifixion by 17th century Flemish master painter Peter Paul Rubens was…
    #NewsBeep #News #Artsanddesign #Arts #ArtsAndDesign #Design #Entertainment #JesusChrist #Osenat #PeterPaulRubens #UK #UnitedKingdom
    newsbeep.com/uk/130961/

  12. Sharp drop in value of works saved for the UK this past year, official report reveals – The Art Newspaper

    The latest UK annual report on the export of major works of art reveals that it has been…
    #NewsBeep #News #Artsanddesign #Artexports #Artmarket #Arts #ArtsAndDesign #Design #Entertainment #Museums&Heritage #PeterPaulRubens #SandroBotticelli #UK #UnitedKingdom
    newsbeep.com/uk/15649/

  13. "Honeysuckle Bower," Peter Paul Rubens, c. 1609.

    Rubens (1577-1640) is justly famous and popular; he was quite prolific but his quality never suffered. He was a huge influence in his time and after his passing, embedding his paintings with rich symbolism. And, from what I've read, he was also an extremely good person, intelligent and compassionate.

    Here we have a double portrait, of the artist and his first wife, Isabella Brant. Here, they clasp right hands, an ancient custom indicating marital fidelity. They are surrounded by honeysuckle, a symbol of lasting pleasure, steadfastness, and permanence. The richness of their attire seems more indicative of Rubens' ambitions for worldly success, which certainly came to fruition. Sadly, the permanence here was only symbolic; Isabella died of bubonic plague at the age of 34, after they had three children together. This was painted soon after their wedding; after her passing, he did a great posthumous portrait of her, with a mischievous smile. She must have been a corker, and he's not so bad himself.

    From the Alte Pinakothek, Munich.

    #Art #FlemishArt #PeterPaulRubens #PortraitMonday #Baroque #Marriage

  14. Duke of Braganza (c. 1628), by Peter Paul Rubens.

    D. João IV (Vila Viçosa, 19 March 1604 – Lisboa, 6 November 1656), duke of Braganza, king of Portugal.

    #art #peterpaulrubens

  15. - Ale w tych komiksowych Conanach to nic do historii sztuki w komiksie nie znajdziesz.

    - Potrzymaj mnie ten kubek inki.

    Widzicie?

    U góry: Peter Paul Rubens, "Rzeź niewiniątek", 1609.

    Na dole: "Conan the Barbarian", nr 1, 2023, scen. Jim Zub, rys. i tusz Roberto de la Torre.

    #komiks #comics #historiasztukiwkomiksie #peterpaulrubens #conan

  16. Art and mythology converge in the timeless tale of Paris and the Golden Apple. The mythological narrative, filled with divine intrigue and mortal choices, has inspired countless artistic interpretations across various mediums, resonating through the ages as a testament to the enduring allure of classical mythology. The tale of Paris and the golden apple remains a central theme in classical mythology, serving as the catalyst for one of the most renowned conflicts in ancient literature.

    The Myth and the Painter, Peter Paul Rubens

    Peter Paul Rubens’s interpretation of Paris and the Golden Apple is famously depicted in the painting, “The Judgement of Paris,” completed around 1638. This iconic artwork portrays the mythological tale of Paris, a Trojan prince, tasked with judging the beauty of three goddesses: Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite. Rubens’s masterpiece showcases his mastery of colour, composition, and emotion, capturing the pivotal moment of Paris awarding the golden apple to Aphrodite. The painting is renowned for its portrayal of classical mythology and its enduring influence on later artists, making it a significant contribution to the artistic interpretations of this timeless myth.

    The Judgement of Paris: Peter Paul Rubens, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

    The National Gallery Restores “The Judgement of Paris” by Peter Paul Rubens

    The National Gallery has recently completed the restoration of Peter Paul Rubens’s renowned masterpiece, “The Judgement of Paris.”

    Rubens’s extraordinary portrayal of classical mythology has been meticulously revitalized, allowing visitors to experience the full brilliance of his mastery in colour, composition, and emotion. The restoration has breathed new life into this timeless depiction of divine intrigue and mortal choices, reaffirming its status as a significant contribution to the artistic interpretations of classical mythology.

    I invite you to experience the restoration process via The National Gallery’s video, Uncovering Restoration Secrets of Ruben’s “The Judgement of Paris”.

    The Judgement of Paris and the Apple of Discord

    The myth of the golden apple, often referred to as the “Apple of Discord,” is a well-known story from ancient Greek mythology. In retaliation for not being invited to the wedding of Peleus and Thetis (parents of Achilles), Eris, the goddess of discord, tossed a golden apple inscribed with the words “To the fairest one” into the midst of the wedding festivities. This seemingly innocuous act sparked a heated dispute among the goddesses Hera, Athena, and Aphrodite.

    Zeus, unwilling to arbitrate the dispute, tasked Paris, a Trojan prince, with the responsibility of judging the beauty of the three goddesses, knowing that his decision would lead to unforeseen consequences. In return for different promises and bribes, the goddesses attempted to influence Paris’ decision.

    Paris, swayed by Aphrodite’s promise of the love of the most beautiful mortal woman, Helen of Sparta, awarded her the golden apple. This fateful choice set off a chain of events that led to the abduction of Helen by Paris, triggering the legendary Trojan War as the Greeks sought her return.

    The Aftermath of Paris’s Judgement

    The aftermath of the Judgement of Paris reverberates throughout ancient mythology, shaping the course of history and the fates of mortals and gods alike. Following Paris’ decision to award the golden apple to Aphrodite, the consequences unfolded dramatically.

    Aphrodite, compelled to fulfill her promise to Paris, orchestrated the abduction of Helen, the renowned daughter of Zeus and Leda. This act served as the catalyst for the legendary Trojan War, as the Greek forces, led by King Menelaus, launched a monumental military campaign to retrieve Helen from Paris’s grasp. The scale of the conflict was so vast that it famously involved a fleet of a thousand ships, forever immortalizing the tale through the words of epic poets and storytellers.

    Paris’s judgment perpetuated the enduring enmity of both Hera and Athena, who staunchly opposed his decision and sided with the Greeks during the Trojan War. Their involvement in the conflict would significantly impact its progression and outcome, as the besieging Achaean force at Troy received divine intervention and support.

    While it is tempting to speculate whether a different judgment by Paris could have altered the course of history, the ancient narrative hints at a predestined path. The intricate interplay between mortal decisions and divine designs underscores the timeless significance of the Judgement of Paris, resonating across myth, literature and art as a pivotal moment that set the stage for monumental events in ancient Greek mythology.

    https://chasingart.com/2024/07/12/mythology-in-art-the-judgement-of-paris-by-peter-paul-rubens/

    #FridayPainting #GLAM #MythologicalArt #PeterPaulRubens #TheJudgementOfParis #TheNationalGallery

  17. “Old Woman and Boy with Candles” by Julien De Casabianca in The Hague, Netherlands

    Street Artist Julien De Casabianca Mural of Peter Paul Rubens "Old Woman and Boy with Candles" by Julien De Casabianca in The Hague, Netherlands for Mauritshuis Museum. More: Mural by Julien De Casabianca in Memphis Comments: https://www.facebook.com/streetartutopia/posts/pfbid02kvQwdxwFx2jWpXNUnF9naJzroCzB1d5Zbgw3WWY2qqHipED7LarFjY1jTNFZFNHGl

    streetartutopia.com/2024/03/14

  18. For comparison, this is Peter Paul Rubens' painting, probably portraying Susanna Lunden, and formerly known as 'Le Chapeau de Paille' ('The Straw Hat'), painted around 1622-1625.

    Yes, she does look *very* much like a young Bette Davis! #peterpaulrubens

  19. Peter Paul Rubens, The Holy Family with Saint Elizabeth, Saint John, and a Dove, ca. 1608–9 #peterpaulrubens #metmuseum metmuseum.org/art/collection/s

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