Anthony van Dyck: Life, Art, and Enduring Influence Sir Anthony van Dyck (22 March 1599 – 9 December 1641) is remembered as one of the greatest painters of the Baroque era. Celebrated especially for his portraits of European royalty and aristocracy, van Dyck redefined how nobility were depicted in art and established a style that shaped portraiture for centuries. Though he died relatively young - just 42 - his artistic achievements were extraordinary in their breadth and impact, extending beyond portraits into religious, mythological, and allegorical subjects, and influencing generations of artists across Europe.

Introduction Flemish Baroque painting represents one of the most remarkable periods in the history of European art. Emerging during the early seventeenth century in the Southern Netherlands - primarily in present-day Belgium - this artistic movement combined dramatic expression, intricate detail, and profound emotional intensity. It developed in response to religious, political, and cultural forces, reflecting the complex interplay between the Catholic Counter-Reformation, the economic prosperity of Flemish cities, and the artistic legacy of the Northern Renaissance.

Introduction Peter Paul Rubens (1577–1640) stands as one of the most influential figures in European art history, celebrated for his mastery of the Baroque style, his dynamic compositions, and his unparalleled ability to fuse classical traditions with contemporary themes. Born in Siegen, Westphalia, to a Flemish family, Rubens would later become a towering figure in the artistic, cultural, and political landscapes of the early seventeenth century.

En rupture avec les tenants de l’union de la gauche, l’élu de l’Essonne a expliqué sur France Inter souhaiter incarner «la voix d’une gauche républicaine, européenne, universaliste, laïque, sociale, é...

Jérôme Guedj a annoncé sur France Inter qu’il est candidat à l’élection présidentielle de 2027. Le député socialiste de l’Essonne y va, sans passer par la primaire à gauche qu’il juge « baroque ».

An all-Bach programme from baroque violinist Hiro Kurosaki & harpsichordist Ignacio Prego