1903 Print Portrait Costume Peter Paul Rubens Flemish Baroque Painter Altar XET5
This is an original 1903 black and white relief line-block print portrait of Peter Paul Rubens, who was a Flemish Baroque painter. In his images, he emphasized color, sensuality, and movement. He is most well-known for his Counter Reformation altar pieces, landscapes, portraits, and history paintings. Rubens was a Scholar, Diplomat, and Art Collector. He was such an influential artist, that he was even Knighted by Philip IV and Charles I. CONDITIONThis 108+ year old Item is rated Very Fine ++. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Product Type: Relief Line-block Print; Black / White Grade: Very Fine ++ Dimensions: Approximately 4 x 6 inches; 10 x 15 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation) Keywords specific to this image: Extravagant Baroque Style, Antwerp, Mythical and Al