Welcome to the Peter Paul Rubens Gallery

This site will help you explore the life and works of one of the most sought-after painters of northern Europe during the seventh century, Peter Paul Rubens. His rich style has influenced art from his day to the present day.

Begin your study of Rubens by reading an overview of his biography or by examining a more detailed biography broken into five parts beginning with his birth in Cologne in 1577 and continuing through to his death of rheumatic gout in 1637. Read about Rubens as a mentor to artists Anthony Van Dyck and Diego Velazquez as well as other significant family members and friends. Be sure not to miss the gallery of Rubens’ top 20 paintings as well as his prominent paintings Raising of the Cross and St. George and the Dragon. In addition, you will also find information about Rubens' drawings and his other famous works.

Begin exploring the works of Peter Paul Rubens now!