Rubens
Definition
Proper noun * Sir Peter Paul Rubens: A prolific and influential Flemish painter of the Baroque style. He was knighted by King Charles I of England. His work is known for its vibrant color, dynamic movement, emotional intensity, and emphasis on sensual, fleshy figures.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- The museum is hosting a major exhibition featuring works by Rubens.
- Art historians study how Rubens synthesized Italian Renaissance ideals with Northern European realism.
- The painting's dramatic composition is very characteristic of Rubens.
Advanced Usage
- "Rubenesque" (adjective): Describing a figure, typically female, with full, rounded, and voluptuous forms, reminiscent of the women often depicted in Rubens's paintings.
- The artist was praised for celebrating Rubenesque beauty in her portraits.
Variants and Related Words
- Rubenesque (adj): Pertaining to or resembling the style or figures in the paintings of Rubens.
- Flemish Baroque (n): The artistic period and style in the Southern Netherlands (modern-day Belgium) with which Rubens is most closely associated.
Synonyms
- The Master of the Flemish Baroque: A descriptive title highlighting his dominance in that period and region.
- A Baroque master: A general term placing him among the great artists of the Baroque era.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- "A Rubens": Sometimes used informally to refer to a painting by Rubens or one in his style.
- The gallery just acquired what is believed to be a genuine Rubens.
Noun
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prolific Flemish baroque painter; knighted by the English king Charles I (1577-1640)
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