Peter Paul Rubens: His Life And Genius (1840)

Peter Paul Rubens: His Life And Genius is a book written by Gustav Friedrich Waagen in 1840. The book is a comprehensive biography of the life and work of Peter Paul Rubens, a renowned Flemish Baroque painter. Waagen provides a detailed account of Rubens' life, including his upbringing, education, and early career as an artist. He also explores the various influences that shaped Rubens' artistic style and the evolution of his work over time.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Rubens' life and work. Waagen discusses Rubens' early training in Antwerp, his travels to Italy, and his return to Antwerp where he established himself as a successful artist. He also explores Rubens' personal life, including his marriages, children, and relationships with other artists and patrons.Throughout the book, Waagen provides detailed descriptions and analysis of Rubens' paintings, including his religious works, portraits, and landscapes. He examines Rubens' use of color, composition, and technique, and discusses the influence of other artists on his work.Overall, Peter Paul Rubens: His Life And Genius is a comprehensive and informative biography of one of the most important artists of the Baroque era. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the life and work of Rubens, as well as for those interested in the history of art more broadly.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.