Rubens

“The mythical Gorgon Medusa petrified the flesh and blood of those who beheld her. Rubens reversed the metamorphosis. He transformed the ancient sculptures that stood at the center of his art from stone back into flesh and blood. This exhibition and its catalogue display and explain that powerful process of artistic creation, presenting it vividly and lucidly to visitors and readers alike.”—Jeffrey Muller, Professor of History of Art and Architecture, Brown University

“Rubens's paintings speak directly to the emotions, but a real understanding of his work is only possible if we recognize that his worldview was permeated by antiquity. Not only a great introduction, this book also provides many new insights into Rubens's love and comprehensive knowledge of classical art and literature.”—Friso Lammertse, Curator of 17th-Century Dutch and Flemish Painting, Rijksmuseum

“Excellent.”

~Christopher Knight, Los Angeles Times

“Exceptionally well presented and impressively informative.”
 

~Midwest Book Review

“[A] handsomely-produced book. . . . Superbly illustrated.”

~Robert Beddard, Catholic Herald