| This superb collection of 44 of Rubens' choicest drawings contains deeply probing portraits and powerful religious and mythical scenes. His self-portrait, full of opulent and flowing forms, reaches out to us with a startling, penetrating gaze. His individual portraits of a young girl and of George Villiers, Duke of Buckingham, reveal in both instances a touching sensitivity mixed with aristocratic self-possesion. These and many other works offer limitless pleasure and stimulation to all who prize and wish to study the art of drawing at its most inspired. Meticulously reproduced on fine quality paper, this beautiful book belongs with others in your collection, reflecting the greatest achievements in Western art. Paperback, 48 pages.ISBN 486259633 Dover |