This painting is about what happens when you take shortcuts for glory. Wmarybeard dives into the relatable mythology behind Peter Paul Rubens’ “Fall of Phaeton.” #UnhingedHistory 🖼️ Sir Peter Paul Rubens, “The Fall of Phaeton,” 1604/1605, oil on canvas, 38 3/4 x 51 5/8 in., Patrons’ Permanent Fund 📍 West Building, Main Floor, Gallery 45 . . . . #art #history #painting #arte #greece #mythology #marybeard #relatable #story #parenting #explore #explorepage