Allegory of Abundance by Sandro Botticelli

Allegory of Abundance 1485

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drawing

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allegory

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classical-realism

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charcoal drawing

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figuration

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Sandro Botticelli's "Allegory of Abundance" (1485) is a silverpoint drawing held at the British Museum. This drawing depicts a woman holding grapes and being followed by three children, all of whom are also holding grapes. The background is a sketch of a vine. This drawing is characteristic of Botticelli's style, with its delicate lines and graceful figures. It likely represents the bounty of nature and the abundance of the earth, showcasing the artist's skill in rendering human forms and drapery.

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