Rubens by H. Knackfuss
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| Author | Knackfuss, H. (Hermann), 1848-1915 |
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| Title | Rubens |
| Series Title | Künstler-Monographien: II |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Rubens" by H. Knackfuss is a biographical account written in the late 19th century. The work meticulously explores the life and contributions of the renowned Flemish painter Peter Paul Rubens, detailing his artistic journey, from his familial background to his illustrious career. The book likely delves into the significant impact of Rubens' works and his role in shaping Baroque art, showcasing a blend of personal and professional milestones that illustrate his genius. The opening of the book sets the stage for Rubens' story by providing a historical context of his birth and early life, emphasizing the debate between Cologne and Antwerp over his birthplace. It introduces his family background, highlighting the scholarly pursuits of his father, Johannes Rubens, and the challenges the family faced during the political upheavals of the time. The text hints at personal struggles, such as Johannes's romantic entanglement that led to his imprisonment and subsequent release through the resilience and compassion of Rubens' mother, Maria Pypelinckx. This early narrative not only establishes the familial environment that influenced the artist but also foreshadows the emotional depth and resilience that would later characterize Rubens' own life and works. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | German |
| LoC Class | ND: Fine Arts: Painting |
| Subject | Rubens, Peter Paul, 1577-1640 |
| Subject | Painters -- Belgium -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60502 |
| Release Date | Oct 15, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 91 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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