Venus Riding a Satyr
1602
oil
canvas
From the collection of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
1602
oil
canvas
From the collection of Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium
Venus Riding a Satyr is a 1602 oil by Dirck de Quade van Ravesteyn, a Mannerism work, held at Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium.
In the painting, a woman is riding a satyr, with a cherub standing beside them. The woman is nude, and the satyr is depicted with horns and a furry body. The cherub is holding a bow and arrow. The scene is set in a dark, mysterious environment, with the figures illuminated by a soft, golden light. The artist's use of chiaroscuro creates a sense of depth and volume in the painting. The painting's use of chiaroscuro is reminiscent of the technique used by Dirck de Quade van Ravesteyn, who was known for his innovative use of light and shadow.
Dirck de Quade van Ravesteyn (1565 – 1620), was a Dutch Golden Age painter active in the court of Rudolf II, Holy Roman Emperor.
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