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cavetocanvas:

Peter Paul Rubens, Consequences Of War, c. 1638

At this point in his career, Rubens had served extensively as a diplomat; he had traveled all over Europe, and had seen first hand the troubles that were breaking out. Rubens had achieved fame and fortune, and could largely paint what he wanted without regards to patrons; this work reflects his preoocupation with war and his hope for peace. The scene takes place inside the temple of Janus, which is only open at times of war; the figure with her arms raised is a personification of Europe, and the nude woman (Venus), is trying desperately to stop Mars, the god of war. Rubens uses the red cloth to draw our attention to major figures against the unsettling backdrop of fires and soldiers.

DIS PAINTIN IS TOO PC

OMG GTFO MY DASH, RUBINS. STPO BIENG SO SENSITIVE