Mars and Rhea Silvia (1617) — Peter Paul Rubens
Mars and Rhea Silvia (1617) is an artwork by Peter Paul Rubens. Here is the subject context recorded in our catalogue, followed by a guide to choosing a print for your home.
The artwork at a glance
- Title
- Mars and Rhea Silvia (1617)
- Artist
- Peter Paul Rubens (Flemish, 1577-1640)
- Subject collection
- Gods & heroes
The mythology behind the named subject
Ares is the Greek god of war, while Mars has a distinct and important place in Roman religion. Artists often draw on their martial imagery, including armor, weapons, and stories involving Venus.
This is mythology context for the subject named in the title. The identification of every figure, symbol, or episode in this particular artwork has not been verified.
Living with Mars and Rhea Silvia (1617)
The landscape composition suits a wider wall or a place above a console. Measure the available width before deciding on a print; surrounding space helps the composition read clearly.
On the artwork page, compare three room settings, then choose an unframed poster, wooden framed poster, rolled canvas, or stretched canvas. Sizes are listed in centimetres and inches. The final crop depends on your chosen proportions, so check the preview before ordering.
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