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40 works across 1 institution
Vienna's Kunsthistorisches Museum holds 40 works by Peter Paul Rubens (1577–1640) — the city's entire known holding of this artist in a single institution.
Kunsthistorisches Museum
Vienna · 40 works on display
The Kunsthistorisches Museum is one of the great art museums of the world — a Ringstrasse palace built to house the Habsburg imperial collections, with extraordinary holdings of Bruegel, Titian, Velázquez, and Vermeer. Allow a full day for the painting galleries alone.
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About the artist
Peter Paul Rubens
Flemish · Baroque / Flemish · 1577–1640
Rubens was the most celebrated painter of the Flemish Baroque, known for large-scale altarpieces, mythological scenes, and portraits of extraordinary energy. Based in Antwerp, he also served as a diplomat across Europe, and his workshop was the most productive of his era. His influence on Western painting was immense.
Key works
The Descent from the CrossThe Rape of the Daughters of LeucippusSelf-Portrait in a Circle of Friends
Frequently asked questions
How many Peter Paul Rubens paintings are on display in Vienna?
Our current data shows 40 Peter Paul Rubens paintings on display in Vienna, spread across the Kunsthistorisches Museum. Coverage is based on Wikidata records and may not reflect every work currently on display.
Which museum in Vienna has the most Peter Paul Rubens paintings?
Kunsthistorisches Museum holds all 40 known Peter Paul Rubens works in Vienna.
Where else can I see Peter Paul Rubens's paintings?
Peter Paul Rubens's paintings are distributed across museums in multiple countries. Our artist page lists every city in our collection where their work is currently on display — use it to plan a multi-city trip or find works closer to home. Browse all cities for Peter Paul Rubens →
Planning your visit to Vienna
Vienna's main art museums are centred on the Ringstrasse and the MuseumsQuartier — the Kunsthistorisches Museum, Albertina, Leopold Museum, and Belvedere are all within 20 minutes' walk of each other. The Vienna City Card offers unlimited public transport and discounts at many museums. Pre-booking is rarely essential except for specific temporary exhibitions.
Artwork data sourced from Wikidata. Coverage varies — always confirm with the museum before visiting.