Helena Fourment Collection

Portrait of Helena Fourment (1614-1673), the Artist's Second Wife, c.1650. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Helena Fourment (1614-1673), the Artist's Second Wife, c.1650

Rubens, his wife, Helena Fourment, and their son, Frans, ca. 1740-65. Creator: James McArdell
Rubens, his wife, Helena Fourment, and their son, Frans, ca. 1740-65

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Helena Fourment with Two of Her Children, ca 1636. Creator: Rubens
Helena Fourment with Two of Her Children, ca 1636. Found in the Collection of the Musee du Louvre, Paris

Portrait of Helena Fourment, Rubens second wife, wearing a fur coat over her shoulders, 1728

Portrait of Helena Fourment, with a young page behind her, 1782

Portrait of Helena Fourment, 1780. Creator: William Dickinson
Portrait of Helena Fourment, 1780

Rubens, his wife, Helena Fourment, and their child, ca. 1770. Creator: Charles Phillips
Rubens, his wife, Helena Fourment, and their child, ca. 1770

Copy after Rubens, His Wife Helena Fourment (1614-1673), and Their Son Frans
Copy after " Rubens, His Wife Helena Fourment (1614-1673), and Their Son Frans (1633-1678)"

Rubens, His Wife Helena Fourment (1614-1673), and Their Son Frans (1633-1678), ca. 1635

Portrait of Helene Fourment, c1630-1631, (1943). Creator: Peter Paul Rubens
Portrait of Helene Fourment, c1630-1631, (1943). Helena Fourment (1614-1673) was the second wife of the Dutch painter Rubens. They married in 1630, when she was 16 years old and he was aged 53

Helene Fourment (?), (1933). Creator: Unknown
Helene Fourment (?), (1933). Portrait of a woman, possibly Helena Fourment (1614-1673), second wife of Dutch painter Peter Paul Rubens. After a miniature of 1630-1640

Rubens Second Wife, (mid-late 18th century). Creator: Francesco Bartolozzi
Rubens Second Wife, (mid-late 18th century). Engraving after a painting by Peter Paul Rubens of his wife Helena Fourment (1614-1673)

The Wife of Rubens, (c1830). Creator: Johannes de Mare
The Wife of Rubens, (c1830). Engraving after a painting by Peter Paul Rubens of his second wife Helena Fourment (1614-1673). From the picture in the Royal Collection

Portrait of Helena Fourment, c1630-32. Artist: Peter Paul Rubens
Portrait of Helena Fourment, c1630-32. In 1630, Rubens married Helena Fourment, daughter of a wealthy silk and tapestry merchant in the city of Antwerp

Portrait Helena Fourment 1614-1673 artists second wife
Portrait of Helena Fourment (1614-1673), the artists second wife. Half-length, with a necklace and a large jewel on the chest. Peter Paul Rubens (workshop of), 1630 - c

Rubens wife Helena Fourment child ca 1770 Mezzotint
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Helena Fourment, the beloved wife of renowned Flemish artist Peter Paul Rubens, was not only his muse but also a subject of many exquisite portraits. In "Helena Fourment with Two of Her Children, " painted around 1636 by Rubens himself, we catch a glimpse of her maternal tenderness as she lovingly holds her children close. In another portrait, Helena is depicted wearing a luxurious fur coat draped over her shoulders. This elegant portrayal showcases her refined taste and status as Rubens' second wife. The artist captures her beauty and grace in every stroke, highlighting the allure that captivated him. A later portrait from 1782 shows Helena accompanied by a young page behind her. This composition symbolizes both her position within society and the support she provided to Rubens throughout their marriage, and is evident that she played an integral role in his life and career. William Dickinson's rendition from 1780 portrays Helena with remarkable detail and precision. Her features are delicately captured, showcasing both youthfulness and maturity simultaneously. This painting serves as a testament to the enduring love between husband and wife. Charles Phillips' depiction from around 1770 presents us with an intimate family scene: Rubens, Helena Fourment, and their child together. The warmth emanating from this piece reflects the deep affection shared among them—a bond that transcends time through artistry. Frans Francken II's copy after Rubens immortalizes Helena alongside their son Frans—both figures central to Ruben's personal life—in vibrant colors that bring them to life once more. It reminds us of the legacy they left behind for future generations to admire. Peter Paul Rubens himself created several portraits capturing his adoration for Helena; one such example is "Portrait of Helene Fourment" dating back to c1630-1631—an early representation filled with youthful charm that radiates joyous energy even today.