Who created "The Coronation of the Virgin"?

The Coronation of the Virgin was created by Peter Paul Rubens in ca. 1632–33.

When was "The Coronation of the Virgin" created?

This artwork was created ca. 1632–33.

What medium is "The Coronation of the Virgin"?

The Coronation of the Virgin is Oil on wood.

Is "The Coronation of the Virgin" in the public domain?

Yes, The Coronation of the Virgin is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

The Coronation of the Virgin

Peter Paul Rubens

ca. 1632–33

Medium

Oil on wood

Dimensions

19 5/8 x 16 in. (49.8 x 40.6 cm)

Classification

Paintings

Department

European Paintings

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Bequest of Scofield Thayer, 1982

Accession Number

1984.433.336

Tags

Virgin MaryMenChristGod the FatherCoronation of the Virgin

Art Historical Context

Peter Paul Rubens, the preeminent Flemish Baroque master, painted *The Coronation of the* around 1632–33, capturing a triumphant moment in Christian iconography. Here, God the Father and crown the Virgin Mary as Queen of Heaven surrounded by celestial figures including men in dynamic poses. This small-scale oil on wood panel19⅝ × 16 in.) exemplifies Rubens' skill in devotional art, likely intended for private worship amid the Catholic Counter-Reformation's on emotional piety. Rubens' Baroque style shines through in the swirling composition, vibrant colors, and dramatic lighting that draw view...

About the Artist

Peter Paul Rubens · 1577–1640

Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640) stands as the most influential artist of the Flemish Baroque tradition and the greatest exponent of Baroque painting's dynamism, vitality, and sensuous exuberance. Born in Siegen, Westphalia, and raised in Antwerp, Rubens received a humanist education studying Latin and classical literature before pursuing artistic training under three masters: Tobias Verhaecht, Adam ...

The Coronation of the Virgin

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