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Venus with Cupid
Venus with Cupid is an oil painting by the Sienese School artist Girolamo di Benvenuto. It dates from 1500 and is held in the collection of the Denver Art Museum.
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Overview
Venus with Cupid is a 1500 oil painting by Girolamo di Benvenuto, held at the Denver Art Museum.
Subject & Meaning
The painting depicts Venus, the goddess of love, and her son Cupid, shown as a seated woman in a sheer white garment and a standing child with wings, respectively. Venus holds a plant, while Cupid grasps a bow and arrow, referencing their roles in classical mythology.
Technique & Style
The artist has rendered Venus's garment as nearly transparent, and adorned her with a gold necklace. The serene atmosphere is enhanced by the depiction of trees and a blue sky in the background, creating a sense of calm.
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