Rubenesque

English

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

Etymology

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

Adjective

Rubenesque (comparative more Rubenesque, superlative most Rubenesque)

plump and sensuous (referring to the figure of a woman)

Synonyms

voluptuous, zaftig; see also Thesaurus:overweight or Thesaurus:voluptuous

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