The Baptism of Christ
- Artist
- Peter Paul Rubens
- Date
- 1605
- Style
- Baroque
- Genre
- Religious painting
The Baptism of Christ is a striking religious painting by Peter Paul Rubens, created around 1604–1605 using oil on canvas. It vividly captures the moment when John the Baptist baptizes Jesus in the Jordan River, highlighting Rubens' mastery of Baroque style with dynamic movement and exuberant color. Originally commissioned for the Jesuit Church in Mantua as an altarpiece, it reflects both religious significance and artistic innovation. Early sketches from 1601 reveal Rubens’ careful planning of the figures’ poses, emphasizing his skill in storytelling through this powerful religious painting. Today, the work is housed at the Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp.
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