The Judgement of Paris
The Judgement of Paris - Peter Paul Rubens (1577 - 1640) - National Gallery London
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The Judgement of Paris - Peter Paul Rubens (1577 - 1640) - National Gallery London
Date: probably 1632-5
Medium: Oil on oak
Dimensions: 144.8 x 193.7 cm
Date: probably 1632-5
Medium: Oil on oak
Dimensions: 144.8 x 193.7 cm
Judgement of Paris
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Painted in a period around 1632-5, Peter Paul Rubens depicts the classic story of Greek mythology, the Judgment of Paris.
Zeus has decided that the Trojan prince Paris will decide which of the three goddesses, Hera, Athena and Aphrodite is the most beautiful and therefore worthy of the golden apple. Paris' choice of Aphrodite, after a bribe, is one of the causes of the Trojan War, for ultimately it would lead to the abduction of Helen, and the raising of a thousand ships to retrieve her from Troy. Symbolism abounds, for in attition to the other gods, Hermes and Eros, also painted is the golden apple of discord, and the head of Medusa on the shield of Athena. More information about the Judgement of Paris can be found here - (website opens in new window) |
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Peter Paul Rubens
Born: 28 June 1577; Siegen, Germany
Died: 30 May 1640; Antwerp, Belgium
Nationality: Flemish
Art Movement: Baroque
Painting School: Flemish School, Antwerp School
Died: 30 May 1640; Antwerp, Belgium
Nationality: Flemish
Art Movement: Baroque
Painting School: Flemish School, Antwerp School
