(Article: VSVP-20252-440)
This original work, «Copy of self portrait Peter Paul Rubens», was created by contemporary Russian artist Viktoria Sapegina and is available for purchase online.
Viktoria Sapegina's painting «Copy of self portrait Peter Paul Rubens» is a fascinating juxtaposition of eras and styles. The work is a modern interpretation of one of the self-portraits by the great Flemish Baroque master, rendered in a more expressive and perhaps simplified technique, giving the classical subject a fresh resonance.
At the center of the composition is a male figure that undoubtedly refers to Rubens' image: a characteristic beard, lush hair, and likely a headpiece or dark background typical of Baroque-style portraits. However, the treatment here differs from the original's opulence and chiaroscuro drama.
The face is depicted using flatter color fills, typical of a contemporary decorative approach. The eyes are wide open, giving the image an intense, almost surprised gaze, unlike the confident power often present in Rubens' originals. Yellowish-golden and greenish tones on the face and beard contrast with the dark clothing and hat.
A distinctive feature of the work is the technique. While the original was famed for its masterful use of chiaroscuro and rich oil paint texture, here we see a more straightforward, possibly gouache or acrylic application of paint. This lends the portrait a certain naivety or rather a stylization «in the style of painting», making it more accessible and less formal.
The background of the painting is executed in dark, earthy tones—browns and ochres—which, although referencing Baroque tradition, lack the depth and layering characteristic of original backgrounds.
«Copy of self portrait Peter Paul Rubens» is not a blind copy but rather an artistic dialogue. Viktoria Sapegina boldly «appropriates» and reinterprets a painting icon. She preserves the recognizable silhouette and main features but translates them into a language close to the contemporary viewer, where drama yields to a more direct emotional connection. The painting prompts reflection on how the legacy of great masters transforms over time and under a new perspective.
This painting can be hung on the wall in your apartment, house, office, restaurant, or hotel, and it will become a beautiful decoration for your interior. You can buy the «Copy of self portrait Peter Paul Rubens» painting online in the size 40x30 cm with secure delivery to the address you specify.
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Artwork's condition:
Good
Year of creation of the painting:
2025
Artwork Type:
Original Artwork (One Of A Kind)
Style:
Classicism
Technic:
Mixed media
Support or surface:
Canvas
Topic:
History
Size:
Medium
Width:
30 cm
Height:
40 cm
Framing:
Not (or not applicable)
Ships From: Austria
Delivery Cost: Shipping is not included in the price of the artwork
The shipping cost will be calculated at checkout. It depends on the size of the artwork and the delivery region, and typically ranges from €50 to €300.
Delivery Time: Typically 5-7 business days for domestic shipments, 10-20 business days for international shipments
Returns: 14-day return policy
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