The historic gallery of portraits and paintings; or, Biographical review: (1807)
London, Vernor, Hood, and Sharpe · leaf 393
life, Rubenshas been able to produce the most perfect illusion.The carnations of the two Cupids have all the fresh-ness and delieacy suitable to their age. The drawing HENRY IV. DELIBERATING. of the figures of Jupiter and Juno is heavy and incor-rect. Rubens has, however, given to these… … THE MARRIAGE OF HENRY THE FOURTHAND MARY DE MEDICIS. RUBENS. Rubens has expressed this subject by a noble andingenious allegory. The two lovers, under the em-blems of Jupiter and Juno, are borne upon clouds.Henry offers his hand to his wife, whom he contem-plates with affection. Mary, in a modest…
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