Peter Paul Rubens

The Raising of the Cross is one in a series of paintings based on the crucifixion of Christ by Peter Paul Rubens. This piece was painted between 1609 and 1610 with oil on canvas in life size with the centerpiece of the triptych measuring 15’2” by 11’2”. It is now displayed in the Cathedral of Our Lady in Antwerp, Belgium (Dunton, 164). Peter Paul Rubens was a Flemish artist that painted in Baroque style, his paintings were mostly of religious and mythical origin and his skill in such has been

Peter Paul Rubens’ masterpiece, Venus and Adonis, is not only a significant artwork of the baroque-period in Europe during the seventeenth century, but it also tells the mythological story that begins with love, and ends in tragedy. Displayed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, this painting is admired for representing the unique baroque-style of this era, as well as Rubens’ particular use of the medium and how it reaches those who are viewing it. His attention to detail and crafty use of symbolism

of the Catholic Baroque era goes to Peter Paul Rubens. Peter Paul Rubens was and is one of the most celebrated artists in Europe; both throughout the course of his lifetime, as well as throughout the entire Catholic Baroque era. His works are currently on display in some of the most prominent museums around the world; including the Musee du Louvre in Paris, The Metropolitan Museum in New York City, The Getty Museum in Los Angeles and many more. Peter Paul Rubens is accredited as the master of the

setting, help us to feel the full impact of the event.” (Rembrandt's Prodigal Son, 2012). Just like Caravaggio’s art, Rembrandt’s art had a biblical perspective with their art, that is displayed with energy and feeling. The rising of the cross by: Peter Paul http://static.artbible.info/large/rubens_oprichtig.jpg The rising of the cross is also a religious baroque painting, the painting shows Jesus being risen up on the after being crucified, the painting is filled with drama and power. The strong, tainted

been confirmed. Many artists over the years have painted this myth, putting their own creative twist on it. Two very well-known artists who drew inspiration from the myth are Francisco Goya with his work Saturn Devouring His Son (1819-1823) and Peter Paul Rubens’ Title (1636) Francisco Goya, (1746-1828) was a Spanish artist often is known to sometimes be called “the father of modern art.”

University Abstract During this assignment I will talk about three types of Work of Art from three different artists from the Baroque period through the postmodern era. 1). Michelangelo Merisi da Caravaggio; 2) Rembrandt van Rijn; and 3) Peter Paul Rubens, these three artists were known for their religious theme in their art work. The naturalism that was visibly demonstrated in each of the artist work with high contrast of lighting that noticeably appeared in these paintings. Each artist was well

Abduction of the Daughters of Leucippus is an oil painting created by Peter Paul Rubens in 1617. Peter Paul Rubens was a German-born Flemish Baroque painter. Baroque is a style that emphasizes movement, color, and sensuality. His catholic upbringing was influential in his religious references in his art. He was knighted by Philip IV in Spain and by Charles I in England. He was quoted saying, “My passion comes from the heavens, not from earthly musings." He began his art apprenticeship at the early

“David Slaying Goliath”, by Peter Paul Rubens, c. 1616 and “The Sense of Touch”, by Jusepe de Ribera, c. 1615-1616. Despite the fact that the artworks are from the same period, they are both unique in terms of details and the themes they represent. This visual analysis compares and contrasts the way in which the artists employed the different characteristics of the baroque movement to come up with their unique compositions. “David Slaying Goliath, c. 1616 by Peter Paul Rubens” (Norton Simon museum n

Sir Peter Paul Rubens is the artist who created, “Daniel in the Lions’ Den. This oil painting was create on canvas it is said to be created from 1614 through 1616. This painting illustrates the story in the bible called “Daniel in the Lions’ Den”. After spending night in a lion’s den, he became a biblical hero. The royal ministers did not approve of Daniel praying to god. So they threatened him and told him that he must only pray to King Darius. Daniel disobeyed their orders and continued to pray

Visual Analysis: Prometheus Bound Peter Paul Rubens’ painting, Prometheus Bound, is a large oil painting on canvas currently on display at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The painting is approximately sized at eight by seven feet and portrays the Greek Titan Prometheus chained to a cliff as his liver is eaten by an eagle. Rubens captures and allows the viewer to experience the most dramatic and gruesome moment of the myth, when the majestic bird attacks the Titan, by implementing the tenebrism