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Born this day: Peter Paul Rubens

Birth · 1577

Peter Paul Rubens, a Flemish artist and diplomat, was born on June 28, 1577. He is renowned for his highly charged Baroque compositions that reference classical and Christian history, emphasizing movement, color, and sensuality. His works include altarpieces, portraits, landscapes, and history paintings.

Rubens is considered the most influential artist of the Flemish Baroque tradition.

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