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The Toilet of Venus, by Michele Rocca, oil, 1715

The Toilet of Venus

Michele Rocca

1715

oil

canvas

From the collection of São Paulo Museum of Art

Dominant colour

Overview

The Toilet of Venus is a 1715 oil by Michele Rocca, a Early Baroque Italian work, held at São Paulo Museum of Art.

Who painted this?
Michele Rocca
When & what style?
1715 · Early Baroque Italian
Where can I see it?
São Paulo Museum of Art

About this work

This painting shows a group of women and children in a forest clearing. One woman is sitting on a rock, while another is standing behind her, holding a mirror. There are also several children playing in the background. The scene is set in a lush, natural environment, with trees and mountains visible in the distance. The women are dressed in flowing robes, and the overall mood of the painting is one of serenity and tranquility. If you're interested in learning more about the artist who created this piece, you might want to look up Michele Rocca.

About the artist

Portrait of Michele Rocca
Artist

Michele Rocca

Michele Rocca (1671-died after 1751) was an Italian painter of the Baroque period.

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