Peter Paul Rubens

Sir Peter Paul Rubens was a Flemish artist and diplomat. He is considered the most influential artist of Flemish Baroque tradition. Rubens's highly charged compositions reference erudite aspects of classical and Christian history.

Born: June 28, 1577, Siegen, Germany
Died: May 30, 1640, Antwerp, Belgium
Periods: Baroque, Antwerp school, Renaissance
Spouse: Helena Fourment (m. 1630–1640), Isabella Brant (m. 1609–1626)
Known for: Painting, Printmaking