Portrait of Helena Fourment, Rubens' second wife, wearing a fur coat over her shoulders 1781 - 1820

This 19th-century engraving by Jakob Mettenleiter depicts Helena Fourment, the second wife of famed Baroque painter Peter Paul Rubens. The print, part of a series titled "La Femme de Rubens," showcases Fourment in a fur-trimmed coat, partially revealing her nude form. The work, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the enduring fascination with Rubens' personal life and his artistic legacy. The print captures the classic beauty of Helena Fourment, highlighting her sensuality and graceful pose.