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DiaporamaCain Slaying Abel
1609
117.0 x 154.0 cm
Courtauld Gallery
Workshop Of Peter Paul Rubens (? – ?)
Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) was a Flemish Baroque master renowned for his dynamic compositions, rich colors, and sensual depictions of mythology, religion, and history. His influential workshop produced countless paintings that shaped European art.
Courtauld Gallery (London, United Kingdom)
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Cain and Abel were the two eldest sons of Adam and Eve. As told in the Bible, both made offerings to God but when Cain’s sacrifice was rejected, he killed his brother in a jealous rage.This is an early painting in Peter Paul Rubens’s career. His large, muscular figures are heavily influenced by his recent study in Italy of ancient sculpture and of works by the Renaissance artist Michelangelo.Courtauld Insight‘This work was painted on planks of oak assembled by one of Antwerp’sspecialist panel makers. They usually removed the sapwood, the most recent and therefore fragile growth, to create a strong, durable panel. In this case, however, the sapwood remains, suggesting that Rubens wanted to save money. He probably bought the panel himself and made the painting for the open market.’Clare Richardson, Lecturer in Easel Painting Conservation, The Courtauld
About this artwork
- Title: Cain Slaying Abel
- Artist: Workshop Of Peter Paul Rubens
- Year: 1609
- Original dimensions: 117.0 x 154.0 cm
- Format: Portrait
- Copyright status: Under copyright
- Where to see it: Courtauld Gallery
- Main color: Phthalo Green
- Color hue: Green Spectrum
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