Flemish Art and Architecture 1585-1700 Hans Vlieghe

This beautifully illustrated book provides a complete overview of the art of the Southern Netherlands from 1585 to 1700. The author examines the development of Flemish and specifically Antwerp painting, the work of Rubens and other leading masters, and the Antwerp tradition of specialization among painters as well as the sculpture and architecture of this period.

"constantly illuminating" Richard Cork, The Times; "An outstanding new interpretation... Few authors in the Pelican series have beeen faced with so great a challenge in redefining their given period, and Vlieghe has produced a book that is going to transform how Flemish art is understood." Jeremy Wood, Apollo Magazine; "A major moment of artistic culture has been magisterially sketched by one of its leading authorities." Larry Silver, The Art Book; "lucid, accurate and original accounts of individual artists, always reinforced by excellently chosen illustrations." Jeffrey M. Muller, Burlington Magazine; "As well as examining the output and influence of leading figures such as Rubens and Van Dyke, Vlieghe provides the historical, social and cultural context for the development of history painting and other specializations... This book will attract both the informed and general reader." Alison Smith, Art Newspaper; "Essential for current study of Belgian art." Choice"