Cloelia Crossing the Tiber
Peter Paul Rubens · 1630
Why it's great
A young Roman woman named Cloelia, held hostage by the Etruscan king Porsena, escapes and leads other hostages across the Tiber river. Peter Paul Rubens painted the daring escape with his usual energy and glowing skin tones.
🏛️ Part of history
Founding of Rome & the Early Republic (753–264 BC) — A young Roman woman named Cloelia, held hostage by the Etruscan king Porsena, escapes and leads other hostages across the Tiber river.
Where to see it
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Peter Paul Rubens was born in Siegen, Germany, in 1577 and grew up in Antwerp, which became his home. He was the most famous Baroque painter of northern Europe, ran a huge workshop, and also worked as a diplomat for Spain. He died in Antwerp in 1640.
