© National Portrait Gallery, London
Sir Peter Paul Rubens
by Elias Widemann Click on the links below to find out more
line engraving, mid 17th century
7 1/8 in. x 5 5/8 in. (182 mm x 143 mm) paper size
Given by the daughter of compiler William Fleming MD, Mary Elizabeth Stopford (née Fleming), 1931
- Sir Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640), Painter. Sitter associated with 13 portraits, Artist associated with 40 portraits.
- Elias Widemann (active 1634-1666), Engraver and draughtsman. Artist of 1 portrait.
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