Rubenesque

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English[edit]

The Three Graces by Rubens, exemplifies the female form as depicted by Rubens.

Etymology[edit]

Rubens +‎ -esque, from the women depicted in the paintings of Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640).

Adjective[edit]

Rubenesque (comparative more Rubenesque, superlative most Rubenesque)

  1. Of the figure of a woman, plump and sensuous.
    Synonyms: voluptuous, zaftig; see also Thesaurus:overweight, Thesaurus:voluptuous