Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) An epic storyteller with a paintbrush. Christianity as large-scale dramatic spectacle. This exhibit is more Good Friday than Easter Sunday. The show is at the Legion of Honor, thru September 8th.
"The Lamentation Of Christ"
"Daniel And The Lions." Pray harder.
The look of an unrepentant scoundrel. Closeup detail from " Satyr And Maid With Fruit Basket."
"The Raising Of The Crucifix"
The knowing smirk of Isabella Brant. aka Mrs. Rubens
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