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The Prado Museum in Madrid will show almost a hundred works by of one of the most important artists in history, Peter Paul Rubens, until January 23, 2011. In addition, viewers can also enjoy a documentary about the Belgian painter Rubens.
Peter Paul Rubens, known in the art world only by his surname, was born in Siegen, Germany, in 1577 and became one of the most celebrated artists in history for his paintings that emphasize the movement, color and sensuality. Common topics in his work range from religious things to classical mythology. The way in which he sought to convey an exalted vision of the ideal life of man was how Rubens became one of the most recognized artists of his time in Europe.
The Prado Museum will close its exhibition year with a presentation of the Rubens exhibit on November 3rd. The exhibition will be curated by Alejandro Vergara, Chief Curator of the Flemish Painting School and will feature nearly a hundred works.
One of the most interesting features is that the sample will allow viewers to see many Rubens masterpieces such as “Battle of St. George and the Dragon”, “San Pablo”, “The Garden of Love,” “The Three Graces,” ” Nymphs and Satyrs, “” Hercules and Cerberus, “Saturn Devouring his Son “,” Dance of villagers ” and ” Diana and her Nymphs surprised by Satyrs ” among others.
Moreover, the Prado Museum is presenting a documentary directed by Miguel Angel Trujillo produced in conjunction with the Center for European Studies and Angular Productions about the artist’s life. If you want to see the best works of Rubens and fill your life with art you can rent apartments in Madrid and take advantage of this exciting exhibition, open at the Prado Museum until January 23, 2011.
More information: http://www.museodelprado.es/
Museo del Prado: Calle de Ruiz de Alarcón, -23, 28014 Madrid
