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Franciscan Allegory in Honor of the Immaculate Conception, by Peter Paul Rubens, unspecified, 1631

Franciscan Allegory in Honor of the Immaculate Conception

Peter Paul Rubens

1631

unspecified

From the collection of Philadelphia Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

Franciscan Allegory in Honor of the Immaculate Conception is a 1631 unspecified by Peter Paul Rubens, a Flemish Baroque painting work, held at Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Peter Paul Rubens
When & what style?
1631 · Flemish Baroque painting
Where can I see it?
Philadelphia Museum of Art

About this work

This painting depicts a scene with multiple figures, including a central female figure in white, surrounded by a group of people in robes. The female figure is shown with her arms outstretched, and there are various objects and creatures in the background. The painting features a range of colors, with a focus on earth tones and soft lighting. The overall atmosphere is one of reverence and devotion. If you're interested in learning more about the artist behind this work, you might want to look up Peter Paul Rubens.

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Portrait of Peter Paul Rubens
Artist

Peter Paul Rubens

Sir Peter Paul Rubens ( ROO-bənz; Dutch: ; 28 June 1577 – 30 May 1640) was a Flemish artist and diplomat.

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