Peter Paul Rubens
Peter Paul Rubens
Peter Paul Rubens (/'ru:bənz/; Dutch: [ˈrybə(n)s]; 28 June 1577 – 30 May 1640) was a Flemish artist and diplomat from the Duchy of Brabant in the Southern Netherlands (modern-day Belgium). He is considered the most influential artist of the Flemish Baroque tradition.
Etymology
The name Peter Paul Rubens is of Latin origin, derived from Petrus Paulus Rubens. Petrus and Paulus are Latin forms of the names Peter and Paul, respectively. Rubens is a patronymic surname of Germanic origin, meaning "son of Ruben".
Related Terms
- Flemish Baroque: A period of art history in the Southern Netherlands during the 17th century, characterized by grandeur, drama, and emotional intensity. Rubens was a leading figure in this movement.
- Duchy of Brabant: A historical region in the Low Countries, comprising parts of present-day Belgium and the Netherlands. Rubens was born in Siegen in the Duchy of Brabant.
- Artist: A person who creates art. This can include drawing, painting, sculpture, architecture, photography, or film. Rubens was a prolific artist, known for his paintings.
- Diplomat: A person appointed by a state to conduct diplomacy with other states or international organizations. Rubens served as a diplomat for the Habsburg Netherlands.
- Habsburg Netherlands: The collective name of Renaissance period fiefs in the Low Countries held by the Holy Roman Empire's House of Habsburg. Rubens served as a diplomat for this entity.
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