The Story
The Triumph of the Church by Peter Paul Rubens (Flemish, 1577–1640).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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The Triumph of the Church
Peter Paul Rubens (Flemish, 1577–1640)
Period
Baroque
Theme
Daily Life
Medium
oil on wood
Current Location
Cleveland Museum of Art, Cleveland
The Story
The Triumph of the Church by Peter Paul Rubens (Flemish, 1577–1640).
“A silence so complete it becomes its own witness.”
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A restrained palette and sculptural lighting create a solemn geometry. The wooden crate and letter anchor the narrative with journalistic precision.