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Rubens: A Biography

Rubens: A Biography

Ripley, Elizabeth

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesGeneral European HistoryIndividual Artists

ISBN10: 1161685758
ISBN13: 9781161685756
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 23 2010
Pages: 110
Weight: 1.21
Height: 0.31 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Rubens: A Biography by Elizabeth Ripley is a comprehensive and engaging account of the life and work of the Flemish Baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens. The book traces Rubens' life from his early years in Germany and Italy, through his rise to prominence as a painter in Antwerp, and his later years as a diplomat and courtier in Europe.Ripley provides a detailed exploration of Rubens' artistic style, technique, and subject matter, as well as his influences and collaborations with other artists. She also delves into his personal life, including his marriage and family, his friendships and political alliances, and his experiences as a Catholic in a Protestant-dominated society.Throughout the book, Ripley brings Rubens and his world vividly to life, drawing on a wealth of primary sources and contemporary accounts to create a rich and nuanced portrait of this towering figure in art history. Whether you are a scholar, student, or simply a lover of art and history, Rubens: A Biography is an essential read for anyone interested in understanding the life and legacy of one of the greatest painters of all time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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