A grisaille is a monochrome painting, often used as a sketch in preparation for a finished work. Here, Rubens practiced for The Lion Hunt, where he eventually reused the rider pulled from his horse.
Peter Paul Rubens was an artistic genius, but he was also a secret agent. With innate charm and a convenient excuse for international travel, this book tells the story of a Rococo master dodging plots and brokering peace between nations.
