Venus and Cupid
lucascranachtheelder
gouache
abstract painting
painted
possibly oil pastel
oil painting
neo expressionist
acrylic on canvas
underpainting
mythology
painting painterly
watercolor
"Venus and Cupid" is a painting by Lucas Cranach the Elder, a German Renaissance painter. The artwork depicts the Roman goddess Venus, who is shown nude, and her son Cupid, the god of love, who is depicted as a winged cherub holding an arrow. The painting is a classic example of Cranach's style, which is characterized by its detailed figures, bright colors, and use of light and shadow. The painting is also notable for its depiction of the human body, which was considered a taboo subject in the Renaissance. The artist’s work is known for its beautiful, often idealized portrayal of the female form, and this painting is no exception. Despite the subject matter, the overall tone of the painting is one of peace and beauty.
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