Charles V and the Empress Isabella 1628

"Charles V and the Empress Isabella" is a 1628 oil painting by Peter Paul Rubens, one of the most celebrated Baroque artists. The painting depicts the Holy Roman Emperor Charles V and his wife Isabella of Portugal, posed formally against a backdrop of a red curtain and a landscape. The work showcases Rubens’s characteristic use of rich color, dramatic lighting, and attention to detail. The painting's composition and portrayal of the regal couple are characteristic of 17th-century portraiture. The painting is known for its intricate details, capturing the opulence and grandeur associated with the imperial court.