Venus and Cupid
1528
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
1528
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From the collection of National Gallery of Art
In the painting, a nude woman reclines on a cloud, gazing to her right. She wears a headband and has long hair that flows behind her. A cherub, Cupid, stands beside her, holding a bow and arrow. The scene is set against a cloudy sky with a ribbon bearing an inscription in the top-left corner. The woman's pose and expression convey a sense of serenity, while Cupid's presence adds a touch of playfulness to the scene. The use of clouds and a ribbon with an inscription creates a sense of depth and context. This painting is reminiscent of the work of Lucas van Leyden, a master of Renaissance art.