Venus and Jupiter by Giovanni Battista Piranesi

Venus and Jupiter 

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roman-mythology

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"Venus and Jupiter" is a detailed etching by Giovanni Battista Piranesi, a prominent Italian architect and artist of the 18th century. The print depicts the Roman deities Venus and Jupiter, the goddess of love and the king of the gods, respectively. The composition is centered on a majestic eagle, the symbol of Jupiter, standing on clouds. The two deities stand above the eagle, gazing at each other. Piranesi's masterful use of line and shading captures the grandeur of the figures and their divine presence. This etching showcases Piranesi's skill in combining classical mythology with his own artistic vision.

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