Meeting of King Ferdinand of Hungary Poster

The painting Meeting of King Ferdinand of Hungary and the Cardinal-Infante Ferdinand of Spain at Nördlingen by Peter Paul Rubens is a historical work depicting the encounter between these two important figures during the Battle of Nördlingen (1634), a decisive conflict in the Thirty Years' War. This painting is part of the J. Paul Getty Museum collection, catalogued as 87.PB.15. The scene captures the moment of alliance and military cooperation between King Ferdinand of Hungary and the Cardinal-Infante Ferdinand of Spain, emphasising Rubens’ skill in portraying political and historical events with Baroque grandeur and dynamic composition. The work reflects Rubens’ engagement with contemporary history and his role as a court painter and diplomat.