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This section focuses on Rubens's rendering of mythological and allegorical subjects. Rubens's profound
and intimate understanding of the classics is reflected in his innovative and thoughtful compositions
of these tales of love and passion, betrayal, loss, and vengeance.
Peter Paul Rubens The Abduction of Dejanira by Nessus, 1636
Oil on panel, 18.7 x 14 cm (with approximately 2 mm additions on right and left edges)
Ivor Foundation
