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Rubens with his second wife in the garden
Rubens with his second wife in the garden is an oil painting by the Flemish Baroque painting artist Peter Paul Rubens. It dates from 1640 and is held in the collection of the Bavarian State Painting Collections.
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Overview
Rubens with his second wife in the garden is a 1640 oil painting by Peter Paul Rubens, a prominent Flemish artist. It is a landscape genre painting characteristic of the Flemish Baroque style.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts a leisurely scene in a formal garden, featuring Rubens, his second wife, and two attendants. The figures are engaged in a relaxed stroll, with the wife holding a broom, suggesting a blend of domesticity and recreation.
Technique & Style
The artist employed chiaroscuro, using soft light to create contrast between the figures and the surrounding foliage, emphasizing their presence within the garden.
History & Provenance
The painting is part of the Alte Pinakothek collection, exemplifying the artistic style of the Flemish Baroque movement, which was influenced by the Counter-Reformation's dramatic and sensual aesthetic.
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Artist & collection
Artist
Sir Peter Paul Rubens ( ROO-bənz; Dutch:; 28 June 1577 – 30 May 1640) was a Flemish artist and diplomat.
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