Rubens and Company

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This book presents a selection of outstanding Flemish drawings from the collection of the National Galleries of Scotland. Masters such as Rubens, Van Dyck and Jordaens feature alongside lesser-known artists including David Teniers the Younger, Jan Cossiers and Cornelis Schut. Many of the works are preparatory drawings or studies which offer a fascinating insight into the process of these revered artists. An introductory essay complements a catalogue of around 30 works, each discussed in depth and accompanied by detailed catalogue information. The book is a captivating resource for exhibition visitors, academics and anyone with an interest in drawing or Flemish art. AUTHOR: Christian Tico Seifert is Senior Curator of Northern European Art at the Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh. He has curated a number of exhibitions and contributed to publications including Adam Elsheimer: 1578-1610 (2006), Durer's Fame (2011), and Masterpieces from Mount Stuart: The Bute Collection (2012). SELLING POINTS: . A selection of outstanding Flemish drawings from the National Galleries of Scotland which offer a fascinating insight into the artistic processes of revered artists . The book accompanies an exhibition which will be held at the Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh from June to September 2016 . Many of the works features have not been displayed for decades and have never before been illustrated in colour 50 colour

Christian Tico Seifert is Senior Curator of Northern European Art at the Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh. He has curated a number of exhibitions and contributed to publications including Adam Elsheimer: 1578-1610 (2006), Durer's Fame (2011), and Masterpieces from Mount Stuart: The Bute Collection (2012).