was painted while Bruegel was in Rome and is now lost
Charm and Ecellence in technique make this a timeless rare classic in every way
renowned for its extensive collection of historic and artistic marvels
Lastman is considered important because of his work as a painter of history pieces and because his pupils included Rembrandt and Jan Lievens
" Rubens showcases his ability to create a harmonious union of the celestial and the earthly
The Prodigal Son nursia was painted while Bruegel wasAn engraving of the Prodigal Son, kneeling among swine. The Prodigal Son, who humbly returned to his father, was a personification of the sinner returned to the community of the faithful. Durer has chosen to portray the moment when the Prodigal Son, working as a swineherd, realizes his sins and resolves to make amends: "And when he came to himself, he said, How many hired servants of my fathers have bread enough and to spare, and I perish with hunger!