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The Triumph of Venus, 1740 (oil on canvas)
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The Triumph of Venus, 1740 (oil on canvas)
3086716 The Triumph of Venus, 1740 (oil on canvas) by Boucher, Francois (1703-70); 130x162 cm; National Museum, Stockholm, Sweden; (add.info.: Birth of Venus, the goddess of love, from the sea, brought by sea nymphs to the Greek island of Cythereia. )
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The Triumph of Venus, 1740
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is a captivating oil painting by Francois Boucher that measures 130x162 cm and is housed in the National Museum in Stockholm, Sweden. This exquisite artwork depicts the birth of Venus, the Roman goddess of love, as she emerges from the sea and is brought to the Greek island of Cythereia by sea nymphs. The scene exudes an aura of sensuality and fertility, with its depiction of naked female figures surrounded by foam and doves. Cupid, the mischievous god of desire, hovers above Venus while holding a torch symbolizing passion. The classical mythological theme is beautifully rendered in Boucher's signature Rococo style. The painting showcases various elements associated with Venus' divine status - a triumphal shell carried by Triton and Naiad represents her arrival on land. Putti playfully accompany her journey as symbols of love flutter around her. Boucher's mastery lies in his ability to capture both elegance and eroticism within this mythological narrative. The composition evokes feelings of lust and desire while maintaining a refined aesthetic characteristic of 18th-century art. "The Triumph of Venus" serves as a testament to Boucher's skillful brushwork and his deep understanding of mythology. It invites viewers into a world where gods reign supreme, showcasing their power over human emotions through timeless beauty captured on canvas.
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