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Venus and Cupid, c. 1523-24 (oil on canvas)
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Venus and Cupid, c. 1523-24 (oil on canvas)
FIT86014 Venus and Cupid, c.1523-24 (oil on canvas) by Palma, Jacopo (Il Vecchio) (c.1480-1528); 118.1x208. cm; Fitzwilliam Museum, University of Cambridge, UK; eFitzwilliam Museum; Italian, out of copyright
Media ID 22790320
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This print showcases the exquisite artwork of "Venus and Cupid" by Jacopo Palma, also known as Il Vecchio. Created around 1523-24, this oil on canvas masterpiece measures an impressive 118.1x208 cm and is housed in the prestigious Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge in the UK. The painting depicts a stunning female figure reclining gracefully while accompanied by Cupid, the mischievous god of love. Venus, the Roman goddess of beauty and love, is portrayed here with her signature attributes: a quiver filled with arrows symbolizing desire and passion. The artist's meticulous attention to detail brings out every nuance of their forms, capturing both vulnerability and sensuality. Palma's work represents a quintessential example of Renaissance artistry with its skillful use of light and shadow to accentuate naturalistic features. The nudity depicted in this piece serves not only as an aesthetic choice but also conveys themes such as purity, innocence, and vulnerability. As we admire this timeless painting through a modern lens, it reminds us that art has no expiration date; it transcends time periods and continues to inspire generations. This print allows us to bring home a piece of history while celebrating Palma's mastery in portraying human emotions through his brushstrokes.
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