Venus' fødsel. 1883 - 1944

"Venus' fødsel" (The Birth of Venus) is a 1944 painting by Danish artist Jean-Louis Boussingault (1883-1943). The painting, currently housed at the Statens Museum for Kunst in Copenhagen, depicts a scene inspired by the classical myth of Venus’ birth, a subject that has fascinated artists throughout history. It presents a unique interpretation of the myth with broad brushstrokes, suggestive of the swirling sea and the emerging figure of Venus. It’s a dynamic and expressive artwork, characterized by the dramatic gesture of the figures, the use of dark and light contrasts, and the overall sense of movement.