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Venus

Master of the E-Series Tarocchi

1465

ink

From the collection of National Gallery of Art

Renaissance Renaissance Mythology

Dominant colour

Venus is a 1465 ink by Master of the E-Series Tarocchi, a Renaissance work, held at National Gallery of Art.

Who painted this?: Master of the E-Series Tarocchi
When & what style?: 1465 · Renaissance
Where can I see it?: National Gallery of Art

About this work

This painting shows a scene with four women, one of whom is Venus. The women are standing in a landscape with water, rocks, and plants. One woman is holding a bow and arrow, while another is holding a shell. The background features birds, clouds, and mountains. The painting is detailed, with intricate lines and textures. The use of cross-hatching creates a sense of depth and dimensionality. The artist's attention to detail is evident in the rendering of the women's hair and clothing. The painting is an example of Renaissance art, characterized by its use of classical motifs and attention to detail. To learn more about this style, explore the Renaissance movement.