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Peter Paul Rubens - The Feast of Venus

Peter Paul Rubens - The Feast of Venus

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George Bothamley
Apr 27, 2023
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A touch of the Baroque

The Feast of Venus by Peter Paul Rubens

Rubens is an artist who tends to divide opinion quite dramatically.

For some viewers, his paintings are a triumph of the Baroque era. Captivating us with astonishing vitality and movement - where every figure seems to flourish.

For others - his work is overdramatized, difficult to relate to, and almost gaudy. Inspiring something mo…

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