The Three Graces
The Three Graces - Peter Paul Rubens (1577 - 1640) - Prado Museum
The Three Graces - Peter Paul Rubens (1577 - 1640) - Prado Museum
Date: 1630-35
Medium: Oil on oak panel Dimensions: 220.5 x 182.0 cm |
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This painting titled The Three Graces was painted between 1630 and 1635, and is an oil on oak panel composition from Peter Paul Rubens.
In Greek Mythology The Three Graces are also referred to as the Charites, and were a trio of minor goddesses named Aglaea, Thalia and Euphrosyne. These three sisters were the daughters of Zeus and the Oceanid Eurynome. The role of the Graces in Greek mythology was to spread goodwill, pleasure and mirth, and were therefore welcome guests at festivities, especially at the banquets of the gods. More information about The Three Graces 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
