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

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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).