Venus en Amor op een bed gezeten 1744 - 1781

"Venus en Amor op een bed gezeten" is a 1744 - 1781 etching by Jean Baptist Leprince, a French painter and printmaker who worked in the Rococo style. The artwork, housed in the Rijksmuseum, depicts Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty, reclining on a bed with Cupid, the Roman god of love, by her side. This delicate and charming scene is set within a circular frame, evoking a sense of intimacy and creating a striking contrast with the surrounding square frame. The use of soft colors and detailed features, typical of the Rococo style, contribute to the artwork's appeal, making it a popular subject for art lovers.