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39 works across 1 institution
Brussels's Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium holds 39 works by Peter Paul Rubens (1577–1640) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Rubens painted on a grand scale — large altarpieces, mythological cycles — and his work assumes a physical relationship with the viewer. In person, the energy of his compositions is overwhelming: figures heave and turn, colours glow, the paint surface is fluid and alive.
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
💎 Hidden GemBrussels · 39 works on display
Portrait of Jacqueline van Caestre, wife of Jean Charles de Cordes
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
c. 1618
BrusselsWikidata
Venus and Cupid in the smithy of Vulcanus
c. 1632
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Venus and Cupid in the smithy of Vulcanus
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
c. 1632
BrusselsWikidata
The Apotheosis of Hercules (sketch for Torre de la Parada)
Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
c. 1637
BrusselsWikidata
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Planning your visit to Brussels
Brussels' main art museums are clustered in the Royal Quarter around the Place Royale — the Musées Royaux des Beaux-Arts, Magritte Museum, and BOZAR are all within easy walking distance. Many major Belgian museums are free on the first Wednesday afternoon of each month.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.