Artibus et Historiae no. 13 (VII)
1986, ISSN 0391-9064Up
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CATERINA LIMENTANI VIRDIS - Italiam versus negociorum suorum causa. Rubens and His Italian Experience
Rubens' use of source material varies widely; outright copying, concealed or multiple references, or transcription.
It is however interesting to note how the adaptations and variations during his stay in Italy are all in keeping with an ultimate ideal model he follows - his favorite Italian artist. Then when he returns home all his previous models are also to be adapted to a new ideal model which is precisely Rubens' own style.
