Paulus Pontius Peter Paul Rubens

Paulus Pontius, often working in conjunction with designs by Peter Paul Rubens, was active in the early 17th century, with documented works spanning the period from 1603 to 1631. The documented output consists predominantly of prints, alongside one known drawing, reflecting a significant contribution to the European tradition of reproductive and descriptive printmaking.

Six examples of the Paulus Pontius Peter Paul Rubens prints and drawings are represented in museum collections, confirming the historical significance of their collaboration. These works are preserved in the National Gallery of Art, establishing institutional credibility for their technical mastery. Noted works held in the collection include the prints Isabella Clara Eugenia, Infanta of Spain, The Assumption of the Virgin, and Jesus Christ Appearing to Saint Roch. The collection also includes the studies Two Studies of an Elderly Man's Head and Nine Heads. These artifacts exemplify the visual standard required for museum-quality historical print documentation.

As historical records of 17th-century artistry, many of these images are now in the public domain. This ensures that art historians and collectors have access to high-quality prints and downloadable artwork derived from these primary source materials.