Peter Paul Rubens (1577-1640).
Born at Siegen of a distinguished family, he was placed under the instruction of Tobias Verhaecht, and later entered the schools of Adam van Oort and Otho van Veen. He was one of the most original painters that ever lived, and his subjects are unlimited. He died at Antwerp.
Jacob Ruysdael (1630-1682).
Dutch landscape painter, born at Haerlem. He was the son and pupil of Izack van Ruysdael and became a great landscape painter.
Solomon Ruysdael (1616-1670).
Brother of the preceding, born at Haerlem. He was a pupil of Van de Velde and Jan van Goyen. His subjects were river views and landscapes.
David Ryckaert (1612-1661).
Born at Antwerp and instructed by his father, David Ryckaert. He devoted himself to interiors with peasants, fairs, etc. He died at Antwerp.
Cornelius Saftleven (1607-1682).