The Life Of Rubens (1876)

""The Life of Rubens"" is a biography of the famous Flemish artist Peter Paul Rubens, written by George Henry Calvert and originally published in 1876. The book provides a detailed account of Rubens' life, from his birth in Siegen, Germany in 1577 to his death in Antwerp, Belgium in 1640. It explores his early education and artistic training, his travels throughout Europe, and his career as a painter, diplomat, and courtier. The book also delves into Rubens' personal life, including his marriages, his family, and his friendships with other artists and intellectuals. Throughout the book, Calvert provides insights into Rubens' artistic style and techniques, as well as his contributions to the development of Baroque art. The book includes numerous illustrations of Rubens' paintings, as well as portraits of the artist and his contemporaries. Overall, ""The Life of Rubens"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of one of the greatest artists of the Baroque era.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.