The rare double portrait of Rubens and Van Dyck, stolen in 1970, has finally returned to Chatsworth House after extensive conservation and restoration efforts.
Originally created as a preparatory study for a print by Paulus Pontius, the grisaille painting features busts of two renowned artists and showcases elaborate symbolic framing.
Stolen during a 1970 exhibition on Van Dyck, this artwork’s recovery highlights its unique historical significance, having been specifically crafted for print reproduction rather than as a standalone display.
Despite its theft and the damage it sustained, the painting reflects the legacy of Rubens and Van Dyck, crucial figures in the development of 17th-century Flemish art.
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