Counter-Reformation Theology and Art: The Example of Rubens's Paintings of the Passion
The Counter-Reformation period is a rare example of a direct influence of theological ideas on painting—not only in themes but also in style. The altarpieces of Peter Paul Rubens are a supreme example of baroque Catholic painting that translates Tridentine theology into art.
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| Format: | Electronic Article |
| Language: | English |
| Check availability: | HBZ Gateway |
| Interlibrary Loan: | Interlibrary Loan for the Fachinformationsdienste (Specialized Information Services in Germany) |
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2012
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| In: |
Toronto journal of theology
Year: 2012, Volume: 28, Issue: 1, Pages: 29-42 |
| Further subjects: | B
Counter-Reformation
B Passion B Rubens B Species B Baroque |
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| Parallel Edition: | Non-electronic
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| Summary: | The Counter-Reformation period is a rare example of a direct influence of theological ideas on painting—not only in themes but also in style. The altarpieces of Peter Paul Rubens are a supreme example of baroque Catholic painting that translates Tridentine theology into art. |
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| ISSN: | 1918-6371 |
| Contains: | Enthalten in: Toronto journal of theology
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| Persistent identifiers: | DOI: 10.3138/tjt.28.1.29 |
