Romulus and Remus
Peter Paul Rubens · 1615
Why it's great
According to Roman legend, the twin babies Romulus and Remus were left by a river and fed by a she-wolf until a shepherd found them. Peter Paul Rubens painted this origin story of Rome around 1615, with the river god Tiber looking on.
🏛️ Part of history
Founding of Rome & the Early Republic (753–264 BC) — According to Roman legend, the twin babies Romulus and Remus were left by a river and fed by a she-wolf until a shepherd found them.
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.
