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This book explores a fascinating chapter in the life of revered artist Peter Paul Rubens. It focuses on Rubens' commission to create a series of paintings for Marie de Medici's newly built Luxembourg Palace in Paris. The Medici commission was one of the most significant of Rubens' career, and this book provides a detailed account of the project, from its inception to its completion. The author draws on extensive research, including Rubens' own correspondence, to shed light on the creative process behind these iconic works. Through examining Rubens' artistic choices and the historical context surrounding the commission, this book offers a fresh perspective on one of the most celebrated artistic periods in European history.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book explores a fascinating chapter in the life of revered artist Peter Paul Rubens. It focuses on Rubens' commission to create a series of paintings for Marie de Medici's newly built Luxembourg Palace in Paris. The Medici commission was one of the most significant of Rubens' career, and this book provides a detailed account of the project, from its inception to its completion. The author draws on extensive research, including Rubens' own correspondence, to shed light on the creative process behind these iconic works. Through examining Rubens' artistic choices and the historical context surrounding the commission, this book offers a fresh perspective on one of the most celebrated artistic periods in European history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780282948436_0
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