King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba by Peter Paul Rubens

King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba 1620

peterpaulrubens

Courtauld Institute of Art, London, UK

abstract expressionism

abstract painting

holy-places

charcoal drawing

possibly oil pastel

charcoal art

oil painting

fluid art

neo expressionist

acrylic on canvas

underpainting

mythology

"King Solomon and the Queen of Sheba" is an oil-on-canvas painting completed in 1620 by the Flemish Baroque artist Peter Paul Rubens. The painting depicts the biblical story of the Queen of Sheba's visit to King Solomon's court in Jerusalem. The scene is filled with elaborate detail, including gold-trimmed fabrics, richly ornamented vessels and a bustling crowd of figures. Rubens utilizes dynamic composition, exaggerated gestures, and vivid coloration to create a dynamic and captivating scene. This artwork is currently on display at the Courtauld Institute of Art in London, UK.