The Statue of Ceres by Peter Paul Rubens

The Statue of Ceres 

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gouache

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abstract painting

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water colours

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painted

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possibly oil pastel

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underpainting

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painting painterly

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watercolour bleed

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mixed media

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watercolor

"The Statue of Ceres" is a painting by the Flemish Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens, depicting the Roman goddess of agriculture, Ceres. The painting features a classical statue of Ceres, adorned with garlands of fruit and vegetables, and surrounded by cherubs. The cherubs, symbolizing abundance, playfully interact with the overflowing cornucopia of fruits and vegetables, highlighting the goddess's association with fertility and bountiful harvests. Rubens's signature vibrant color palette and dynamic composition bring life to this classical subject, making it a quintessential example of his style.

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